On Tuesday, Republican Congressman Andrew Garbarino successfully secured reelection for his U.S. House seat in New York. He emerged victorious against Democrat Rob Lubin, who is known for founding a sports fashion marketplace and was running for public office for the first time. Since 2021, Garbarino has served the constituents of a district that encompasses parts of Long Island’s South Shore.

Although registered Democrats outnumber Republicans in the district, it has consistently leaned towards the GOP in recent electoral contests. Garbarino, who previously held a position in the state Assembly, currently holds the chair position for a House subcommittee focused on cybersecurity and infrastructure protection. His victory was confirmed at 11:59 p.m. EST. Garbarino’s re-election reflects his ongoing support within a district that presents mixed party dynamics but has shown a trend of favoring Republican candidates in recent history.

Lubin’s campaign aimed to appeal to the voters in a competitive environment, but he was ultimately unable to unseat the incumbent. As Garbarino continues his tenure, he is expected to advance initiatives related to his committee’s focus, further emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity and infrastructure issues in the current political landscape.