Μake us preferred on Google Greek American candidates from both major parties emerged victorious in Tuesday’s US midterm elections, securing at least six congressional seats across four states as Democrats made significant gains nationally.
The most notable victory came in New Hampshire, where Democrat Chris Pappas defeated Republican John E. Sununu to become the first openly gay man elected to the US Senate. Meanwhile, five Greek-American incumbents won reelection to the House of Representatives, preserving an established Greek-American presence in Washington.
The results are particularly significant for Athens, where members of the Greek-American congressional delegation have traditionally played an important role in shaping US policy toward Greece, Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean.
Historic Senate Victory in New Hampshire
Democrat Chris Pappas defeated former Republican Senator John E. Sununu in one of the country’s closely watched Senate contests, retaining the seat for Democrats following the retirement of Senator Jeanne Shaheen.
Pappas, whose family roots trace to Thessaly and Macedonia, has represented New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District since 2019. During his time in the House, he has been active on issues involving US-Greece relations, Cyprus and American policy toward Turkey.
His election marks the return of Greek-American representation to the Senate, giving the community a voice in both chambers of Congress at a time of growing geopolitical uncertainty.
Three Republican Victories in Florida
Florida delivered three victories for Greek-American Republican incumbents, with Gus Bilirakis, Mike Haridopolos and Jimmy Patronis all securing new terms in the House of Representatives.
Bilirakis won reelection in Florida’s 12th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Kimberly Overman with approximately 52.8% of the vote, according to reported results.
The veteran congressman, whose family originates from Kalymnos, has served in the House since 2007 and remains one of the most prominent advocates for closer US-Greece and US-Cyprus relations.
In Florida’s 8th Congressional District, Mike Haridopolos defeated Democratic challenger Jennifer Jenkins. With 94% of votes counted, Haridopolos had secured approximately 53.2% of the vote, earning a second consecutive term in Congress.
Jimmy Patronis also secured reelection in Florida’s 1st Congressional District, defeating Democrat Gay Valimont. Patronis, a former Florida chief financial officer and Trump ally, first entered Congress following a special election in April 2025.
The three victories preserve Republican representation within the Greek-American congressional community despite the broader Democratic gains nationwide.
Malliotakis Wins Fourth Term in New York
Republican Nicole Malliotakis secured a fourth consecutive term in Congress, winning reelection in New York’s 11th Congressional District, which includes Staten Island and parts of southern Brooklyn.
Malliotakis defeated Democratic challenger Mike DeCillis, receiving approximately 56.6% of the vote with 84% counted when the Associated Press called the race.
The congresswoman, whose family originates from Sitia, Crete, is the only Republican representing New York City in the House and a prominent member of the Congressional Hellenic Caucus.
A close ally of President Donald Trump, Malliotakis has maintained an active role in promoting relations between the United States, Greece and Cyprus.
Goodlander Reelected in New Hampshire
Democrat Maggie Goodlander secured a second term representing New Hampshire’s 2nd Congressional District, defeating Republican Lily Tang Williams in a rematch of their 2024 contest.
Goodlander, whose family roots are in Grevena, is married to Jake Sullivan, who served as national security adviser under former President Joe Biden.
During her first term, Goodlander gained national attention as one of six Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a video urging military personnel to refuse unlawful orders, prompting sharp criticism from President Trump.
Her reelection maintains another Greek-American voice within the Democratic congressional delegation.
Nevada: Dina Titus Race Remains Unconfirmed
The outcome of a seventh Greek-American candidacy remained unconfirmed as of Wednesday morning, November 4, with Democratic Representative Dina Titus seeking another term in Nevada’s 1st Congressional District.
Titus, whose family roots trace to Trikala, faces Republican Carrie Buck in a district encompassing parts of the Las Vegas metropolitan area.
The longtime congresswoman has served in the House since 2013 and is among the most experienced Greek-American lawmakers in Washington. She has been particularly active on issues concerning Greece, Cyprus and the Eastern Mediterranean.
Although the district was classified as likely Democratic before Election Day, results of the race are still pending.
