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Marc Molinaro Eyes Congressional Run Amid GOP Concerns

1/8/2026

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Marc Molinaro, Federal Transit Administration Administrator, is considering a run for Rep. Elise Stefanik’s seat in New York's 21st Congressional District, having contacted county chairs to gauge viability.
Gerard Kassar, Chair of the State Conservative Party, confirmed Molinaro's interest but said his lack of district ties could limit GOP support.
Molinaro previously lost a 2024 House race.
He faced criticism for not voting for U.S. President Donald Trump in 2016.

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Marc Molinaro, Federal Transit Administration Administrator, is considering a run for Rep. Elise Stefanik’s seat in New York's 21st Congressional District, having contacted county chairs to gauge viability.
Gerard Kassar, Chair of the State Conservative Party, confirmed Molinaro's interest but said his lack of district ties could limit GOP support.
Molinaro previously lost a 2024 House race.
He faced criticism for not voting for U.S. President Donald Trump in 2016.