Suozzi and LiPetri Secure Key Endorsements for November
Congressional candidates build coalitions ahead of the upcoming election in New York’s third district.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Unions
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Tom Suozzi and Mike LiPetri have garnered support from labor unions, political organizations, and high-ranking officials for the November 2026 congressional election. Candidates are actively mobilizing through group alignments and public rallies in New York’s third congressional district.
Why it matters
Endorsements signal candidate alignment with key voting blocs like organized labor and law enforcement, which are critical for candidates looking to secure a narrow victory in a competitive district. Supporters hope these alliances will provide the momentum needed to either flip the seat or maintain a congressional majority.
Tom Suozzi received endorsements from 34 labor unions, 9 environmental and health groups, and 21 civil rights organizations. These figures follow his previous election victory in the district, which was secured by a margin of 2.5 percentage points.
The players
Tom Suozzi
He is the current incumbent seeking re-election in New York's third congressional district.
Mike LiPetri
He is the Republican challenger running for the congressional seat in New York's third district.
Donald Trump
He is the President of the United States who has endorsed Mike LiPetri.
JD Vance
He is a high-ranking political official who has endorsed the candidacy of Mike LiPetri.
Mike Johnson
He is a top Republican congressional leader who has endorsed Mike LiPetri to help maintain the party majority.
The details
Tom Suozzi has earned backing from the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association, citing his opposition to police defunding, alongside support from Newsday and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Mike LiPetri has secured support from figures including Donald Trump, JD Vance, and Mike Johnson, as well as the National Republican Congressional Committee to aid the party in maintaining its congressional majority.
Timeline
The Nassau County Police Benevolent Association first endorsed Tom Suozzi in 2024.
JD Vance spoke at a political rally in Bethpage in June 2026.
Donald Trump made a campaign appearance in Uniondale in August 2026.
Mike Johnson spoke to supporters in Bethpage in August 2026.
The New York congressional election will occur in November 2026.
Political Context
The race centers on the legacy of the defunding of the police movement, with candidates leveraging their stances to consolidate law enforcement support. Opponents characterize these endorsements as symbolic of a broader ideological divide that threatens to shift the legislative priorities of the district.
Voters should expect increased campaign visibility and potential changes to local traffic in areas like Bethpage and Uniondale as candidates hold rallies. These endorsements also highlight which legislative priorities each candidate will likely emphasize if elected to represent the district.
The takeaway
Voters can use these organizational endorsements as a roadmap for understanding which interest groups align with each candidate's platform. Evaluating these coalitions helps residents determine how a candidate might address local issues regarding public safety and economic labor policies.
What happens next
The congressional election is scheduled to occur in November 2026.
Further reading
For more background on regional labor influence, visit the Unions section.
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