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    What to know about the special election to replace George Santos

    by Bevan Hurley Feb 13, 2024 4 minutes
    Source: AP

    A high-stakes special election in disgraced ex-Congressman George Santos’ former district is being held on Tuesday 13 February, in a race that will likely have major implications for national politics.

    The special election in New York’s 3rd Congressional district pits Republican newcomer Mazi Pilip up against Tom Suozzi, a former three-term congressman, who vacated the seat in 2021 to launch an unsuccessful run for governor.

    Ms Pilip is an Ethiopian-born, former Israeli Defense Force paratrooper whose compelling backstory has Republicans touting her as a future star of the party.

    The by-election has taken on added significance due to Republicans’ , and is shaping up as a bellwether for

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