Trump endorses Constantino to succeed Stefanik in the House

Stefanik has held the seat since 2015.

Published: April 21, 2026 2:10pm

President Donald Trump on Tuesday endorsed Anthony Constantino to fill the retiring Rep. Elise Stefanik's, R-N.Y., seat in the House.

"It is my Great Honor to endorse America First Patriot, Anthony Constantino, who is running to represent the fantastic people of New York’s 21st Congressional District. Anthony is strongly supported by many of the most Highly Respected MAGA Warriors in our Movement, including Mayor Rudy Giuliani and Roger Stone!" he posted on Truth Social.

"Anthony has been such a Great Supporter that he actually put up a somewhat 'controversial' sign, against strong opposition, in my honor. The sign is still there!" he added. Trump included an image of a "Vote for Trump" sign on top of a building.

"Anthony Constantino has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be the next Representative from New York’s 21st Congressional District — HE IS A GREAT GUY WHO WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!" Trump said.

Constantino is running to represent New York's 21st Congressional District. Stefanik has held the seat since 2015. Trump initially selected her to serve as ambassador to the UN, but withdrew the nomination shortly after due to the narrow Republican majority in the lower chamber.

She later mounted a gubernatorial bid, but suspended her campaign in December and announced she would not seek reelection.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.

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