Rep. Nicole Malliotakis on Gerrymandering, NYC Funding, and 2026 Races

Gerrymandering and Voter Representation

• 🎯 Democrats are attempting to redistrict Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis out of her Staten Island and Southern Brooklyn seat, which she argues is an attempt to ensure a Republican can never be elected in the city again.
• 💡 Malliotakis, who is Hispanic, refutes the argument that the redistricting is necessary for the representation of Black and Latino voters, stating the proposed map would add more white liberals from Lower Manhattan.
• ⚖️ She expresses concern over the judge assigned to the case, who previously worked as counsel to Governor Kathy Hochul, but is prepared to fight the case up to the US Supreme Court if necessary.

Federal Funding and NYC's Mayor

• 💰 Malliotakis opposes President Trump's threats to withhold federal funding from New York City due to its sanctuary city status, vowing to protect taxpayer dollars for essential services like infrastructure and policing.
• 🏛️ She believes parameters and federal oversight can be used to safeguard federal funds and prevent Mayor Adams from misusing them on potentially radical agenda items.
• 📉 The congresswoman believes the mayor's "honeymoon period" is already over, citing the funding threats as evidence of potential conflict between city and federal governments.

Healthcare Affordability and Bipartisanship

• 🏥 Malliotakis argues that the Affordable Care Act is not affordable and that the key to lowering costs lies in reining in insurance companies and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), which she believes are exploiting consumers.
• 🤝 She highlights bipartisan efforts to address healthcare costs, including a bill she co-sponsored, and believes that better policy emerges when both parties collaborate.
• 📊 She notes that passing bipartisan appropriation bills is a positive step towards restoring bipartisanship in Washington.

2026 Gubernatorial Race and State Issues

• 🗽 Malliotakis supports Bruce Blakeman as a Republican candidate for Governor of New York, citing his proven results in Nassau County regarding safety and affordability.
• 📈 She acknowledges the uphill battle for Republicans in New York but believes that with things not improving, voters may seek change.
• 💸 She criticizes New York's high spending compared to Florida and the state government's abuse of taxpayers, emphasizing the importance of federal SALT relief.

Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams

• 🚩 Malliotakis believes Governor Kathy Hochul's embrace of Mayor Adams and his agenda is a matter of self-preservation due to fear of the radical left, suggesting Hochul has moved too far left from her more moderate past.
• 🗣️ She feels Hochul is prioritizing personal ambition and self-preservation over the public interest.