Sticker Tycoon. Trump Cheerleader. Rapper. Congressman?

Anthony Constantino wants to fill Elise Stefanik’s seat in New York. But his lead in the formerly Trump-loving district is narrowing

Sticker Tycoon. Trump Cheerleader. Rapper. Congressman?

TL;DR

  • Anthony Constantino, a businessman and Donald Trump supporter, is running for Congress in New York's 21st district.
  • Constantino, who founded Sticker Mule, has released a pro-Trump rap album and made controversial public statements.
  • The race is tightening, with Constantino's lead diminishing in recent polls in a district that has previously voted Republican.
  • His opponent, Blake Gendebien, criticizes Constantino's wealth and views on labor, contrasting them with the district's constituents.
  • Constantino has largely self-funded his campaign and has faced scrutiny over layoffs at his company.
  • Constantino has expressed aspirations to potentially run for president himself.