Elise Stefanik
Representative, NY-21 · Republican · New York
Elise Stefanik is the Republican U.S. Representative for the North Country’s 21st District. After briefly running for Governor in late 2025, she withdrew and is not seeking re-election, leaving the seat open in 2026.
Profile last updated Sep 5, 2026 · Center Field Politics
Summary
A high-profile, Trump-aligned Republican who launched and then abandoned a 2026 gubernatorial bid and is now leaving Congress.
Recent Action
Withdrew from the 2026 New York governor’s race in December 2025 and announced she would not seek re-election to the House.
Where They Stand
Stances on the issues many voters care most about. Where a candidate has not given a clear answer we mark it "Mixed / Partial" or "Unclear" rather than guess. Positions are drawn from official records and bias-labeled news sources; they are descriptive only and are never scored.
Environment—Opposes3
Climate protections and regulation versus fewer climate-related regulations on industry.
Skeptical of aggressive climate mandates; favors domestic energy production.
Healthcare—Opposes3
Expanding healthcare coverage for all versus expanding market-based, private insurance.
Opposes single-payer; favors market-based coverage and cost control.
Second Amendment—Opposes3
New firearm regulations versus no new firearm regulations.
A gun-rights supporter opposing most new firearm restrictions.
Immigration—Opposes3
Pathways to citizenship versus a closed-border approach.
Supports strict border enforcement over broader legalization.
Roe v. Wade—Opposes3
Protecting access to abortion versus restricting access to abortion.
Supports abortion restrictions.
National Security—Mixed / Partial3
Whether diplomacy or military strength should be the primary national-security priority.
Supports a firm posture toward Iran with congressional oversight.
Party Loyalty
Party-line alignment on major recorded votes.
Net Worth Over Time
Most recent estimate: $1M-$5M
Year-over-year change cannot be computed until additional disclosure years are added to this profile.