George Latimer
U.S. House – NY-16
About
George Latimer represents New York's 16th Congressional District, which covers most of Westchester County. A former Westchester County Executive and state senator, he defeated progressive incumbent Jamaal Bowman in the 2024 Democratic primary. He is known as a moderate Democrat.
Policy Positions
Economy & Jobs
Latimer has focused on fiscal responsibility and economic development in Westchester. He supports SALT deduction restoration for suburban homeowners.
Public Safety & Crime
Latimer has taken moderate positions on public safety, supporting law enforcement investment while also backing some criminal justice reforms.
Infrastructure & Transit
Latimer has been an advocate for Metro-North investment and commuter rail improvements to connect Westchester to New York City.
Campaign Funding
$2.7M
raised · 2025-2026
Funded by real estate, finance, and law firms, with significant outside support from pro-Israel aligned groups during his 2024 primary — notably the United Democracy Project, which spent approximately $14.5 million independently on his behalf against incumbent Jamaal Bowman.