Cypriot American Michael Tannousis wins new term as Republican congressman in New York
Michael Tannousis, a Republican of Cypriot descent, kept his congressional seat in New York during the US midterm elections, which also saw the Democrats take control of both chambers.
New York, United States. Cypriot American Republican Michael Tannousis secured re-election as a member of congress in New York on Wednesday morning, as results came in from the United States midterm elections.
Result in the 64th district
Tannousis faced Democratic challenger Shpentim Qorraj and held on to his place representing the 64th congressional district. The district includes sections of southern Brooklyn and the east shore of Staten Island, which is his home area.
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Tannousis was born on Staten Island in 1983. His parents are Cypriots who left the island because of the 1974 war. He has served as a board member of the Cypriot American Chamber of Commerce and has also stood as a delegate for the Cyprus Federation of America.
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Midterm elections take place halfway through each four-year presidential term. Voting went ahead overnight on Tuesday, Cyprus time. According to results released on Wednesday, the Democratic party took control of both the Senate and the House.
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