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Chris Gallant
Democratic nominee for U.S. House, New York’s 1st District
$0
in backing from the pro-Israel PACs we track, 2016–2026
Chris Gallant is the Democratic nominee for U.S. House in New York’s 1st District on November 3, 2026, against Nick LaLota (R, inc.). Backed by AIPAC or allied pro-Israel PACs: $0 (2016–2026).
Not a member of Congress: this page covers Chris Gallant’s 2026 race. Members of Congress and governors have a page with their votes as well (the full list); this one isn’t counted in the site’s totals or lists.
Where the campaign’s money comes from
Chris Gallant’s campaign has raised $1,735,638 in the 2026 election cycle through October 14, 2026, and had $425,993 in cash on hand at the end of that period.
- Individual donors$1,662,948
- PACs and other committees$38,950
- Other$25,240
- Transfers from joint fundraising and other authorized committees$5,000
- The candidate’s own money and loans$3,500
From donors who gave over $200: $526,859 after refunds, in gifts through June 30, 2026; 67% from New York, 33% from other states. Top states: New York $353,423 (67%), Florida $37,514 (7%), California $31,930 (6%), Texas $12,450 (2%), Pennsylvania $11,692 (2%). About 590 donors. The FEC lists a gift by donor once the donor has given more than $200 (bulk file as of October 25, 2026; each gift counted once, refunds subtracted, no donor named).
Totals the campaign reported to the FEC (individual donors are not named). Reports lag: the latest one covers the period shown. FEC candidate page: H6NY01159 (2026 reports).
Money from the pro-Israel PACs we track
None of the pro-Israel PACs we track gave to Chris Gallant’s campaign committees or reported outside spending for or against them in 2016–2026, in the FEC filings we read.
The race
- November 3, 2026. On the ballot: Chris Gallant (Democratic); Nick LaLota (Republican, incumbent)
- Incumbent: Nick LaLota (R)
- Rating: Likely RAverage of 7; Lean R to Solid R
- New York 1st District 2026: who’s running
- Every New York race on the 2026 ballot
- Campaign site
How to vote in New York
Early voting: Oct 24 – Nov 1. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
- Dates and locations in New York
- Check your registration on New York’s election website
- Registration and ballot deadlines on Vote.gov for New York
About Chris Gallant
Each line links its source. Background and endorsements are in our words; positions are quoted word for word from the source shown (the campaign’s or an official site, a questionnaire, or Chris Gallant quoted in the news). Sources checked October 25, 2026. Listing an endorsement or a statement is not this site’s endorsement.
Background
- FAA air traffic controller and volunteer firefighter. · gallantny.com (source for FAA air traffic controller and volunteer firefighter.) (archived copy of the source for FAA air traffic controller and volunteer firefighter.)
- Joined the New York Army National Guard at 17; deployed multiple times to Kuwait. · gallantny.com (source for Joined the New York Army National Guard at 17; deployed multiple times to Kuwait.) (archived copy of the source for Joined the New York Army National Guard at 17; deployed multiple times to Kuwait.)
Endorsements
- VoteVets · votevets.org (source for the VoteVets endorsement) (archived copy of the source for the VoteVets endorsement)
- 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East · easthamptonstar.com (source for the 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East endorsement) (archived copy of the source for the 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East endorsement)
- Pete Buttigieg (former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) · easthamptonstar.com (source for the Pete Buttigieg (former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) endorsement) (archived copy of the source for the Pete Buttigieg (former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) endorsement)
- Rep. Pat Ryan (D-N.Y.) · easthamptonstar.com (source for the Rep. Pat Ryan (D-N.Y.) endorsement) (archived copy of the source for the Rep. Pat Ryan (D-N.Y.) endorsement)
- Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg · easthamptonstar.com (source for the Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg endorsement) (archived copy of the source for the Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg endorsement)
- Southampton Democratic Committee · easthamptonstar.com (source for the Southampton Democratic Committee endorsement) (archived copy of the source for the Southampton Democratic Committee endorsement)
Others not listed.
Stated positions
- Israel and Gaza: No statement found (looked at gallantny.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 1), gallantny.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 2), gallantny.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 3), gallantny.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 4), gallantny.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 5), gallantny.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 6), gallantny.com (checked for Israel and Gaza, page 7); October 25, 2026).
- Campaign finance and super PACs: “Support campaign finance reforms to reduce the influence of special interests and dark money in politics.” gallantny.com (source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement) (archived copy of the source for Campaign finance and super PACs statement)
- Health care: “In Congress, Chris Gallant will fight to protect and strengthen affordable, reliable health care for every Long Island family.” gallantny.com (source for Health care statement) (archived copy of the source for Health care statement)
- Labor: “Protect collective bargaining rights and oppose efforts to weaken unions.” gallantny.com (source for Labor statement) (archived copy of the source for Labor statement)
- Immigration: No statement found (looked at gallantny.com (checked for Immigration, page 1), gallantny.com (checked for Immigration, page 2), gallantny.com (checked for Immigration, page 3), gallantny.com (checked for Immigration, page 4), gallantny.com (checked for Immigration, page 5), gallantny.com (checked for Immigration, page 6), gallantny.com (checked for Immigration, page 7); October 25, 2026).
- Housing: “Secure federal housing grants to increase workforce housing, starter homes, and attainable housing options for young professionals, first responders, teachers, nurses, veterans, and working families.” gallantny.com (source for Housing statement) (archived copy of the source for Housing statement)
Where this comes from
The same FEC ledger as every page on the site (how we count), read for each FEC candidate ID Chris Gallant has used:
Photo of Chris Gallant: Gallant for Congress (photo of Chris Gallant), used with permission.
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Questions and answers
Has Chris Gallant been backed by AIPAC?
No. Chris Gallant has had no backing from AIPAC's PAC or its super PAC, United Democracy Project, or from the other pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
How much pro-Israel PAC backing has Chris Gallant had?
$0 from the pro-Israel PACs we track (2016–2026).
Where do these figures come from?
They come from FEC filings.