Tom Suozzi
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| Tom Suozzi | |
|---|---|
| Name | Tom Suozzi |
| Caption | Suozzi in 2021 |
| State | New York |
| District | 3rd |
| Term start | February 13, 2024 |
| Predecessor | George Santos |
| State2 | New York |
| District2 | 3rd |
| Term start2 | January 3, 2017 |
| Term end2 | January 3, 2023 |
| Predecessor2 | Steve Israel |
| Successor2 | George Santos |
| Office3 | Nassau County Executive |
| Term start3 | 2002 |
| Term end3 | 2009 |
| Predecessor3 | Thomas S. Gulotta |
| Successor3 | Edward Mangano |
| Office4 | Mayor of Glen Cove |
| Term start4 | 1994 |
| Term end4 | 2001 |
| Predecessor4 | Donald DeRiggi |
| Successor4 | Mary Ann Holzkamp |
| Birth date | 31 August 1962 |
| Birth place | Glen Cove, New York, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Helene Suozzi |
| Education | Boston College (BA), Fordham University (JD) |
| Website | suozzi.house.gov |
Tom Suozzi is an American politician and attorney serving as the U.S. representative for New York's 3rd congressional district. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the same seat from 2017 to 2023 and served as the Nassau County Executive and Mayor of Glen Cove. His career has been defined by a focus on Long Island issues, fiscal management, and a moderate political stance.
Early life and education
Born in Glen Cove, New York, he is the son of former Nassau County District Attorney Joseph Suozzi. He attended Chaminade High School in Mineola, New York, before earning a Bachelor of Arts in accounting from Boston College. He later received a Juris Doctor from the Fordham University School of Law. Before entering politics, he worked as an attorney at the White & Case law firm and served as an aide to New York Governor Mario Cuomo.
Early political career
His political career began with his election as Mayor of Glen Cove, New York in 1993, taking office in 1994. As mayor, he focused on revitalizing the city's downtown and waterfront areas. In 2001, he was elected County Executive of Nassau County, New York, taking office in 2002, where he inherited a significant fiscal crisis. His administration worked to stabilize the county's finances, which involved working with the Nassau County Interim Finance Authority and often clashing with public employee unions.
U.S. House of Representatives
He was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 2016, succeeding retiring Democratic congressman Steve Israel in New York's 3rd congressional district. He served on the influential Ways and Means Committee and was a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus. Key legislative efforts included co-sponsoring the State and Local Tax Deduction (SALT) cap repeal and working on issues related to Medicare and infrastructure funding for Long Island Sound.
2022 gubernatorial campaign
In 2021, he launched a Democratic primary challenge against incumbent New York Governor Kathy Hochul. Campaigning as a moderate, he focused on issues of crime, taxes, and corruption. He was endorsed by several Long Island political figures and newspapers, including the New York Daily News. However, he finished a distant second in the primary, behind Hochul, who went on to win the general election against Republican Lee Zeldin.
Return to Congress
Following the expulsion of his successor, Republican George Santos, from the House of Representatives, he ran in the February 2024 special election for the vacant seat. He defeated Republican nominee Mazi Pilip in a competitive race, reclaiming his former seat. His victory was seen as a significant pickup for the Democratic Party and provided a crucial vote for the narrow House Democratic Caucus majority under Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
Political positions
He is considered a New Democrat or moderate within the Democratic Party. He is a strong advocate for repealing the State and Local Tax Deduction (SALT) cap, supporting NATO, and providing aid to Ukraine. He has taken a centrist stance on immigration, supporting border security while also advocating for protections for Dreamers. He is pro-choice on abortion rights and supports gun control measures like universal background checks.
Personal life
He is married to Helene Suozzi, and they have three children. The family resides in Glen Cove, New York. He is a Roman Catholic and has been open about his faith. An avid runner, he has completed the New York City Marathon multiple times. His father, Joseph Suozzi, was a prominent figure in Nassau County politics and the judiciary.
Category:1962 births Category:Living people Category:Members of the United States House of Representatives from New York Category:Nassau County Executives Category:Mayors of places in New York (state)