Ex-Lawmaker Bruce Blakeman Running For McCarthy's Congressional Seat On LI

The Republican was joined by dozens of supporters, including Rep. Peter King, as he announced his candidacy Thursday in Valley Stream.

• Feb 20, 2014

Rep. Rush Holt Announces Retirement At End Of Term

Holt, 65, ran for the U.S. Senate last year to fill the seat left vacant by Sen. Frank Lautenberg but lost in the primary to Cory Booker.

• Feb 18, 2014

Weiner, Wife Band Together, Say Latest Sexting Scandal Is Old News

Mayoral candidate and former U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner responded apologetically Tuesday, following revelations of another alleged cybersex relationship, but said he is not going anywhere when it comes to the mayoral race.

• Jul 23, 2013

New York Reps: Congress Must Stop Student Loan Interest From Doubling

Three New York members of Congress on Saturday urged their fellow lawmakers to act before student loan interest rates double.

• Jun 29, 2013

Ex-Giant Harry Carson To Consider Running For Congress

Hall of Famer and former New York Giants linebacker Harry Carson says he's considering a run for Congress in New Jersey.

• Jan 2, 2012