"Orthodox IDF Veteran Mazi Melesa Pilip Chosen as GOP Nominee for George Santos' Seat"

Nassau Republicans have chosen Mazi Melesa Pilip, a freshman Nassau County Legislator, as their candidate for the special election to replace ousted GOP Rep. George Santos. Pilip, a registered Democrat, will face former Rep. Tom Suozzi in the race to represent the 3rd Congressional District in Nassau and Queens. Pilip, who was born in Ethiopia and resettled in Israel before coming to the United States, has gained attention for her involvement in local redevelopment efforts and her work at a nonprofit organization advocating for Ethiopian Jews.