Representative in Congress District 23 in Statewide, New York

2026 Primary Election

• Nick Langworthy — Incumbent Representative in Congress in Pendleton, NY

  Nicholas Andrew Langworthy is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for New York's 23rd congressional district since 2023. A Republican, he previously served as the chairman of the New York State Republican Committee from 2019 to 2023 and chaired the Erie County Republican Committee. Born in Jamestown, New York, Langworthy earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Niagara University. Prior to being elected, he was a staffer for Congressman Thomas M. Reynolds.

• Aaron Gies — Associate Professor of Theology at St. Bonaventure University in Olean, NY

  Aaron Gies is an associate professor of theology and Franciscan studies at St. Bonaventure University. He serves as the board chair of a local non-profit farm and assists with his wife's veterinary practice. Originally from rural North Carolina, Gies was raised by a self-employed contractor and a school secretary before settling in Olean, New York. He is running as a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in New York's 23rd Congressional District.

• Jeffrey Rayner — Candidate for U.S. Representative, New York District 23 in NY

  Jeff Rayner is a Democratic candidate running for election to the U.S. House of Representatives to represent New York's 23rd Congressional District in the 2026 primary election.

• Stephen Collins — Candidate for Representative in Congress in NY

  Stephen Collins is a Democratic candidate running for the U.S. House of Representatives in New York's 23rd Congressional District [1.4]. He declared his candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on June 23, 2026. Collins is competing in a multi-candidate primary against Aaron Gies, Jeff Rayner, and Kevin Stocker. According to Federal Election Commission reports, his campaign has raised initial funds for the 2026 election cycle. Further details about his background are not widely published.

• Kevin Stocker — Attorney in Tonawanda, NY

  KevinStockerisanattorneyandDemocraticcandidatefortheU.S.HouseofRepresentativesinNewYork's23rdCongressionalDistrictinthe2026election[1.4]. With over 30 years of legal experience, he has served as a local prosecutor in Erie County and as a deputy attorney for Tonawanda and Kenmore. A former Republican who left the party in 2016, Stocker's campaign focuses on protecting democracy, healthcare access, and programs like Social Security and Medicare.

• James King — Retired Engineer in Owego, NY

  James King is a retired engineer and a Republican candidate for New York's 23rd Congressional District in 2026. A resident of Owego in Tioga County, he is challenging the district's incumbent in the primary election. King's campaign platform focuses on restoring accountability and integrity in public office, addressing the national debt responsibly, and ensuring health care access. He emphasizes bipartisan cooperation, responsive representation, and respect for the Constitution.