5 New York House races where energy policy could matter
By Timothy Cama | 06/26/2026 06:23 AM EDT
Candidates across the Empire State are battling over rising utility bills and the future of nuclear, wind and solar energy projects.
Republican Mike LiPetri, who is running for the New York's 3rd District, arrives to speak ahead of Vice President JD Vance in Bethpage, New York, on June 17. Matt Rourke/AP
New York’s congressional primaries Tuesday featured some of the most watched races of the midterms, and many had major implications for energy and environmental policy.
Two incumbent Democrats were unseated by progressive challengers, while a handful of major open races were decided. The contests could help decide the balance of power in Washington come January.
Here are some New York House races to watch:
In Long Island’s 3rd District, former state lawmaker Mike LiPetri easily won the Republican primary to take on Rep. Tom Suozzi (D). It’ll be a rematch of the 2024 race.
LiPetri’s record and positions make him more centrist than much of the GO…