Mike LiPetri
Candidate, NY-3 · Republican · New York
Mike LiPetri is the Trump-endorsed Republican nominee for New York’s 3rd Congressional District, a former state assemblyman and attorney seeking a rematch against Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi after losing to him in 2024.
Profile last updated Sep 7, 2026 · Center Field Politics
Summary
A Nassau County Republican making his third congressional run in a true toss-up (EVEN PVI) seat, positioned as the Trump-backed conservative in the race.
Recent Action
Won the June 2026 Republican primary over Greg Hach (~82%) to set up a Suozzi rematch.
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.
Campaigns on strict border enforcement, aligned with his Trump endorsement.
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 independence is read from prior elected service rather than this race; a precise unity/defection percentage is not yet compiled.