SYRACUSE, NY– Following Bernie Sanders’s endorsement of Dana Balter, Katko for Congress Campaign Manager Tom Haag released the following statement: “Bernine Sanders is a self proclaimed socialist. His formal endorsement of Dana Balter today, in which he calls her a ‘strong progressive,’ confirms what we’ve known for over two years:… Read more »
SYRACUSE, NY – A new ad released today by Katko for Congress features Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon, and highlights Congressman Katko’s work across party lines to deliver for CNY during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. McMahon, who has worked tirelessly to manage the local response to COVID-19, and kept infection rates low in Central New… Read more »
SYRACUSE, NY– Katko for Congress today released a new television advertisement in which Central New York Democrats and local elected officials from both sides of the aisle explain why Dana Balter can’t lead Central New York’s recovery. The thirty-second spot features local Democrats and elected officials from both sides of the… Read more »
Syracuse, New York – Katko for Congress today released a new poll, showing Congressman John Katko leading Dana Balter by 8 points heading into early voting, which begins this Saturday, October 24. The poll, conducted by Public Opinion Strategies, surveyed 400 voters in New York’s 24th Congressional District from October 15-18,… Read more »
SYRACUSE, NY– With extreme left lawmakers gearing up to pack the U.S. Supreme Court in 2021, Katko for Congress today called on Dana Balter to tell Central New Yorkers where she stands on packing the court with far-left justices, after repeatedly dodging questions on the matter. Congress is responsible for considering legislation to set… Read more »
SYRACUSE, NY – For months, members of the far-left have continued a push to dismantle local police departments, while Congressman Katko, local elected officials, law enforcement in Central New York, and sensible local Democrats like Anthony Brindisi have vocally opposed it. Katko for Congress today called on Dana Balter to stand up to the extremists in her party. To… Read more »
Syracuse, New York – Katko for Congress Campaign Manager Tom Haag issued the below statement following reporting this morning in the Syracuse Post Standard on Dana Balter’s Kazakhstan ties: “In response to a Syracuse Post Standard inquiry, Dana Balter said: ‘To suggest that I would ever support or profit from human rights… Read more »
Syracuse, New York – Maryland Governor Larry Hogan today announced his support for Congressman John Katko’s re-election. Since taking office in 2015, Governor Hogan has proven to be a strong and independent leader for Maryland, focused on putting politics aside to deliver bipartisan solutions. Especially during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Hogan has gained national… Read more »
SYRACUSE, NY– Katko for Congress today released a radio advertisement highlighting Congressman John Katko’s experience and proven ability to lead Central New York through an economic recovery. As Central New York begins its rebound from the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Dana Balter’s radical ideas and inexperience would only hurt CNY. … Read more »
SYRACUSE, NY– Katko for Congress today released a new ad featuring Central New York Democrats who refuse to support Dana Balter because of her extreme and out-of-touch positions. The thirty-second spot features three Central New York Democrats who call out Balter for illegally paying herself thousands of dollars in campaign salary, and for… Read more »
”You and I do a better job spending the money we earn than the government does.” - John Katko
”The best way to increase federal tax revenues is to increase the number of working Americans who actually pay taxes. New job creation and your job security will always be my top priority.” - John Katko
”Social Security and Medicare are a sacred promise that must be honored, but at the same time we must begin to address retirement and healthcare security for future generations of American workers.” - John Katko
”What gets taught, how, and when in our public schools are decisions best made by classroom teachers and education professionals on the local and state level, not by federal bureaucrats.” - John Katko
“And Washington exists to work for us, not the other way around.” - John Katko
“Central New York job creation and your job security – not mine – will be my number one priority in Washington.” - John Katko
“I’ve spent my entire professional life protecting Central New York families and bringing justice to those who break the law. Help me take that real world experience to Congress.” - John Katko
“As a first time candidate for elective office, I have the independence and bipartisan experience to change Washington.” - John Katko
“Robin and I love living and raising our boys in Central New York, and the day-to-day experiences we share here at home will make me a better representative for you in Washington.” - John Katko
“We need a fairer, simpler, less onerous tax code in America. One that doesn’t punish success, encourage offshore investment, or break the backs of middle class Central New Yorkers.” - John Katko
John’s wife Robin is an RN with experience in pediatrics and women’s health.
John worked his way through law school selling insurance and painting houses.
John’s career as a federal prosecutor has taken him into courtrooms around the country and classrooms around the world.
John has received high honors from multiple Attorneys General and the Director of the FBI.
John and Robin first met at Niagara University on Robin’s second day of college… and have been together ever since.
A lifelong sportsman, John remains an active hunter and fisherman today.
An avid hockey player in high school and college, John has coached all three sons.
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