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County Executive Steve Bellone issued an order that formalizes the creation of a local team that will work with the state on the issue.

The plan would evenly divide the 18 legislative districts between Democratic and Republican support. It would also redraw district lines to double the number that are majority communities of color.

Protesters outside Lee Zeldin’s Patchogue office on Monday called on the congressman to resign. (Credit: Joe Werkmeister) One week after a violent mob of President Trump’s supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, forcing lawmakers to flee for safety, Congressman Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) maintained his support for the outgoing president after witnessing firsthand a moment he said he would “never forget.” Mr. Zeldin, an ardent supporter of President Trump since his presid...

Several Democratic activist groups want U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-NY1) to resign after the eastern Long Island congressman objected to Congress certifying

UpdatedMon, Jan 11, 2021 at 11:42 am ET Replies(367) Zeldin said Democrats have objected to the certification of Electoral College votes in previous presidential elections. (Courtesy Rep. Lee Zeldins office) SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY — Constituents "infuriated" with Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin have planned a protest Monday to demand his expulsion after the riots at the U.S. Capitol and his vote to object to the certification of Electoral College votes for President-elect Joe Biden. The protest will b...