Republicans Projected to Sweep Nassau County Elections
With 76% of the votes counted on Tuesday night, November 4, Republican candidates were leading in all four Nassau County races: county executive, district attorney, comptroller, and clerk. This shows continued GOP strength across Long Island.
County Executive Race
Republican incumbent Bruce Blakeman declared victory, leading Democratic challenger Seth Koslow with 54% to 46% of the vote.
“I want to thank the men and women of Nassau County for giving us all your trust to lead us going forward,” said Blakeman. “We are going to continue the work that was started to make us an even more prosperous county…”
Blakeman, who first took office in 2021, ran on a platform focused on keeping taxes low, strengthening public safety, and attracting new businesses to Nassau.
Candidate Reflections
“I’ve done many campaigns over the years, but every election night you go in with the highest of hopes and the worst of fears, and you just ride with it until...”
This sentiment captures the tension and anticipation of election results night for candidates and their teams.
Summary: Republican candidates demonstrated strong support in Nassau County's key elections, maintaining control by focusing on economic growth, safety, and fiscal responsibility.