New York GOP Picks Israeli Veteran to Run in Special Election for Santos’ Seat

Published on December 14, 2023

New York Republicans have selected Mazi Melesa Pilip, an Ethiopian-born Israeli immigrant who served in the Israel Defense Force, to run against Democrat Tom Suozzi in the special election for the seat vacated by George Santos, who was expelled from the House of Representatives. Electing Ms. Pilip on Feb. 13, 2024, is critical for the GOP to hold on to its slim edge in the House, where 221 Republicans and 213 Democrats currently serve. “Mazi Pilip is a formidable candidate with a unique biography: a former IDF paratrooper and mother of seven. Mazi’s incredible life stands in stark contrast to career politician Tom Suozzi,” Rep. Richard Hudson (R-N.C.), chair of the House GOP campaign arm, said in a statement on Thursday....

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