The statewide GOP ticket has all downstaters: Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) and his running mate Alison Esposito, an NYPD officer. Newsday's Faith Jessie discusses what the Republican strategy is with Joye Brown.


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His raw vote total in the two counties — both of which he carried comfortably — has increased each time he has run:

Donald Trump garners 53% of vote on Long Island

Democratic officials are warning that NY could be a target of "retribution" from President-elect Trump, Newsday's Albany reporter Michael Gormley reports.

'New York is kind of bracing for this'

Democrat Tom Suozzi claimed victory in his re-election bid in the 4th Congressional District.

'Let's keep on fighting together'

Democrat Laura Gillen declared victory in the 4th Congressional District race against incumbent Rep. Anthony D'Esposito.

'It's time to get Congress back to work again'

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The Hempstead Town Board's repeal of the zoning code will stop future housing developments and halt application processes that are underway.

LI town nixes transit-oriented, multifamily housing

The 28,000-page environmental report examined traffic, water, electricity and addresses noise and air pollution.

Las Vegas Sands proposes expansion of Meadowbrook Parkway

Written comments on the proposal's impact will be accepted through Jan. 6.

Public hearing set for Sands casino proposal Dec. 9

The denial, which was conveyed to Gov. Kathy Hochul last week, was a blow to those who had hoped for federal assistance. 

Suffolk residents affected by summer storms frustrated by FEMA aid-request denial

The company is run by Kelley Brooke, a professional golfer who became the first female director of golf at Bethpage State Park.

New golf course operator planned for North Hempstead's Harbor Links

Protesters held signs asking the county to "honor our contract."

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Democrat John Avlon concedes race in the 1st Congressional District to Republican Nick LaLota.

'We fought the good fight' 

Democrat Rob Lubin concedes race in the 2nd Congressional District to Republican Andrew Garbarino.

  'Honored to have had the opportunity to represent my home' 

Andrew Garbarino claimed victory in his re-election bid to represent the 2nd Congressional District.

'We are gonna put this country back on the right track'

Republican Rep. Nick LaLota said he was "fired up" as he declared victory in his re-election bid for the 1st Congressional District.

'I campaigned on the issues that matter'

Turnout has been heavy across Long Island on Election Day.

Election Day has arrived

NewsdayTV's political analyst Jerry Kremer has the details.

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Long Islanders went to the polls to vote in the race for president and a host of local races and propositions. Here's what we know and where things stand.

A recap of a remarkable night

NewsdayTV's Jill Wagner breaks down what you need to know about the results of the LI congressional races and ballot propositions.

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