New York’s 2024 Delegates to the Democratic National Convention Endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for President of the United States

NEW YORK – Today, New York’s delegation to the 2024 Democratic National Convention voted to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination for President.

During a virtual meeting this evening, Governor Hochul and leaders from the New York State Democratic Party applauded President Biden for his courage and patriotism, and rallied support for Vice President Harris as the Democratic nominee.

“As the state with the second most Democratic delegates in the country, I’m so proud of New York’s delegation for joining me to support Vice President Harris,” said Governor Kathy Hochul....

Chairman Jay S. Jacobs Endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for President

"After conferring with elected and Party leaders from across the state, I am excited to announce my endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for President of the United States.  I am urging all of our state’s delegates to the National Convention to join me in uniting behind a proven leader, a partner to one of our most successful Presidents, Joe Biden, and someone who represents the ideals, principles and values of the Democratic Party.

Now we must unite to win in November.  Let’s get to work."

Statement on President Biden’s Decision to Withdraw From the Race

"I admired Joe Biden when he was a United States Senator.  I thought his selection as Barack Obama’s Vice Presidential pick was perfect for our country.  I have admired Joe Biden’s decency, honesty, and his demonstrated courage in the face of the most difficult of personal adversities.  Joe Biden has been one of our most successful and impactful Presidents – certainly one of the most productive in the past 60 years – and I have admired the job he has done under the most difficult of circumstances.

I have never admired Joe Biden more than I do today.  Voluntarily ceding the nomination and...

New York House Republicans Stand By Convicted Felon, Donald Trump

NEW YORK – Yesterday, Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 felony charges. The Republican Party is nominating a convicted criminal as its presidential candidate, and New York House Republicans are doubling down on their support. While New York Republicans claim to be for law and order, they were quick to come to the defense of their boss, convicted felon Donald Trump.

New York’s most vulnerable House Republicans have all endorsed Donald Trump: Rep. Nick LaLota, Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, Rep. Mike Lawler, Rep. Marc Molinaro, and Rep. Brandon Williams. Within minutes of the court’s ruling, the...

REMINDER: New York House Republicans Have Extensive Anti-Abortion Records

NY Battleground House GOP Members All Support Donald Trump and His Role in Dismantling Abortion Rights Across the Country

NY Battleground House GOP Members Have All Voted to Restrict Reproductive Rights While In Congress
 

NEW YORK – This week, Donald Trump once again made it clear that he is responsible and proud of his role in overturning Roe v. Wade and the resulting abortion bans that have taken hold in over 20 states since. New York’s battleground House Republicans, Mike Lawler, Marc Molinaro, Brandon Williams, Anthony D'Esposito, and Nick LaLota, have all endorsed Donald Trump – aligning...

New York State Democratic Party Statement on President Biden’s 2024 State of the Union

Following President Biden’s State of the Union, New York State Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs released the following statement:

“Tonight, President Biden spoke directly to the American people about the historic progress of the Biden-Harris Administration from defending freedoms, protecting democracy, helping to create millions of jobs, lowering costs and more. President Biden made it clear that he is the leader New Yorkers need and deserve and laid out his clear vision for the future of our country.

“As Donald Trump doubles down on his agenda to ban abortion nationally, make the wealthy...

MAGA Mike Sapraicone Floats Seven Week Abortion Ban

NEW YORK – In a recent interview on 710 WOR, MAGA Mike Sapraicone, GOP candidate for U.S. Senate, proposed the possibility of a seven week abortion ban. When asked about his stance on abortion, Sapraicone rejected New York’s current abortion protections calling New York’s laws “ridiculous,” referred to some abortions as "murder," and floated the seven week ban.

“News flash to MAGA Mike, New Yorker’s overwhelmingly support women's reproductive freedom and the ability to make their own health care decisions,” said NYS Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs. “MAGA Mike’s idea of a seven week ban...

Statement From Chairman Jay S. Jacobs on Redistricting

"We owe it to the public to carefully review these maps, especially in light of serious concerns being raised by various communities of interest.

“The fact that Lee Zeldin - who undermined the foundation of our democracy by trying to overturn the will of the voters on January 6 - endorsed this map should give us all pause and require a thorough examination, which the legislature will now do.”

New York State Democratic Committee Officially Nominates U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand for Reelection

Westchester, N.Y. - Today, the New York State Democratic Committee officially designated U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand as their candidate for U.S. Senator for New York. The nomination puts Gillibrand on the ballot as the official Democratic candidate.

“Since her very first day in office, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has been a relentless champion for New York families, working across the aisle to deliver real results for our state,” said NYS Democratic Committee Chair Jay Jacobs. “From delivering health benefits to 9/11 first responders and our veterans, to passing anti-gun trafficking...

Statement from Nassau County & New York State Democratic Chair Jay Jacobs and Queens County Democratic Chair, Congressman Gregory Meeks

On behalf of the Nassau County and Queens County Democratic Committees, we are very pleased to announce the official selection this afternoon of Thomas R. Suozzi of Glen Cove to be our nominee for the Special Election in the Third Congressional District of New York.

Tom Suozzi has a proven record of fighting for his constituents, fighting to safeguard our suburban way of life here on Long Island and Queens and always advocating for sensible solutions to the real challenges affecting every day average Americans. We look forward to working with the Suozzi Campaign, and the Democratic...