Nicole Malliotakis

Nicole Malliotakis
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Name	Nicole Malliotakis
Birth date	November 11, 1980
Birth place	Manhattan, New York City, New York (state)
Nationality	American
Party	Republican Party (United States)
Residence	Staten Island, New York City, New York (state)

Nicole Malliotakis is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 11th congressional district, which includes Staten Island and parts of Brooklyn. She is a member of the Republican Party (United States) and has been involved in various political campaigns, including her run against Bill de Blasio in the 2017 New York City mayoral election. Malliotakis has also been associated with notable figures such as Donald Trump, Rudy Giuliani, and Michael Bloomberg. Her political career has been influenced by her Greek American heritage and her experiences growing up in New York City, where she attended Seton Hall University and later worked with State Senator John Marchi.

● Early Life and Education

Nicole Malliotakis was born in Manhattan, New York City, to a family of Greek American descent, with her parents hailing from Crete and Astypalaia. She spent her early years in Great Kills, Staten Island, and later moved to Annadale, Staten Island, where she attended St. Joseph by-the-Sea High School. Malliotakis went on to study at Seton Hall University, graduating with a degree in Communications and later earning a master's degree in Business Administration from Seton Hall University's Stillman School of Business. During her time at university, she was involved in various extracurricular activities, including the College Republicans and the National Greek Student Association. Her early life and education were also influenced by her involvement with the Greek Orthodox Church and her participation in events such as the Greek Independence Day Parade in New York City.

● Career

Before entering politics, Malliotakis worked in the private sector, including a stint at the Consolidated Edison company, where she was involved in public relations and community outreach. She also worked with State Senator John Marchi and later became the District Office Director for Congressman Vito Fossella. Malliotakis's career has been marked by her association with notable figures such as Rudy Giuliani, Michael Bloomberg, and George Pataki, who have all played a significant role in shaping her political views. Her experience in the private sector and her work with elected officials have prepared her for her role in the U.S. House of Representatives, where she serves on committees such as the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

● U.S. House of Representatives

Malliotakis was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2020, defeating Max Rose in the general election. She is the first Greek American woman to be elected to Congress from New York (state). As a member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Malliotakis has been involved in issues related to United States foreign policy, including the Greek-Turkish relations and the Cyprus dispute. She has also worked with other members of Congress, such as Gus Bilirakis and Chris Pappas, to promote Hellenic interests and support Greek American communities. Malliotakis's work in the U.S. House of Representatives has been recognized by organizations such as the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association and the Hellenic American Leadership Council.

● Political Positions

Malliotakis has taken positions on various issues, including healthcare, immigration, and national security. She has been a strong supporter of the Republican Party (United States)'s stance on these issues, often aligning herself with the views of Donald Trump and other prominent Republican leaders. Malliotakis has also been involved in local issues, such as the New York City budget crisis and the MTA funding crisis, where she has worked with officials like Andrew Cuomo and Kathy Hochul to find solutions. Her political positions have been influenced by her experiences growing up in New York City and her involvement with organizations such as the New York City Council and the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce.

● Elections

Malliotakis has run in several elections, including the 2010 New York State Assembly election and the 2013 New York City mayoral election, where she lost to Bill de Blasio. She also ran in the 2017 New York City mayoral election, where she was the Republican Party (United States) nominee, but lost to Bill de Blasio again. In 2020, Malliotakis won the Republican primary and went on to defeat Max Rose in the general election, becoming the first Republican to represent New York's 11th congressional district in over a decade. Her election campaigns have been supported by organizations such as the National Republican Congressional Committee and the New York State Republican Party.