WABC’s Sunday morning program Up Close with Liz Cho turned its focus to a closely watched federal race on Long Island. The show featured a conversation with Democratic incumbent Laura Gillen and Republican challenger Jeanine Driscoll, the town receiver of taxes for Hempstead.
Who’s running
Laura Gillen has represented New York’s 4th Congressional District since winning the seat in the previous election cycle. The district encompasses the southern portion of Nassau County, a region that includes a mix of suburban communities, commercial corridors and coastal neighborhoods.
Jeanine Driscoll brings experience from local government, serving as the receiver of taxes for the Town of Hempstead. In that role she oversees the collection and administration of property taxes, a function that directly impacts homeowners and municipal services throughout the town.
The stakes for voters
Both candidates used the interview to outline how they would address the concerns of constituents in the district. While Gillen emphasized continuity and her record in Congress, Driscoll highlighted her background in fiscal management and her plan to bring a fresh perspective to Washington.
The discussion also touched on broader issues that affect the district, such as transportation infrastructure, property‑tax relief, and the need for economic growth that supports families and small businesses.
How to follow the race
Listeners can catch the full episode on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. on Channel 7, WABC‑TV, or stream it via the station’s Connected TV apps on Fire, Roku, Apple TV and Android TV. Additional podcasts from ABC 7 NY are available through the station’s website.
As the campaign heads toward the November election, residents of the 4th District are encouraged to stay informed about each candidate’s platform and to participate in the democratic process.
Original reporting: Brookhaven News – ABC7 New York — read the source article.
