NY Republican hopeful vows legal action over poll showing him behind Democratic rival
Anthony Constantino, a GOP congressional candidate in New York, says he will consult lawyers after a new poll placed him four points behind Democrat Blake Gendebien.
Anthony Constantino, the Sticker Mule founder and former Trump supporter, announced he is seeking legal counsel after a News Channel 13/Survey USA poll showed him trailing Blake Gendebien 43-39 in a heavily Republican New York district. He labeled the poll a fabricated effort to aid Democratic fundraising and alleged methodological flaws, such as missing rural voters and counting a write-in candidate. The district, which has a Cook Political Report Republican advantage of ten points and voted for Trump by over 20 points in 2024, has become a focal point as the seat opens following Rep. Elise Stefanik’s gubernatorial bid.
Gendebien, a dairy farmer, used the poll to stress voters’ desire for substance over spectacle. The race has drawn national attention, with President Donald Trump appearing alongside other GOP hopefuls at a Garden City event. Political analyst Ed Rollins warned that numerous House seats could flip this cycle.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights how poll results can shape campaign strategies and voter perceptions in a key swing district.
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