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Tom Suozzi to Replace George Santos in US House. Democrat Tom Suozzi won a New York special election to replace former Rep. George Santos on Feb. 13, NBC News reports. Suozzi's triumph reduces the Republicans' narrow House majority by another seat. "Despite all the lies about Tom Suozzi and the Squad, about Tom Suozzi being the godfather of the migrant crisis, about 'Sanctuary Suozzi,' despite the dirty tricks, despite the vaunted Nassau County Republican machine: We won." Tom Suozzi, via victory speech. A winter storm that slammed the New York City area on Feb. 13 may have given Suozzi an advantage since he acquired more early votes than his opponent, Mazi Pilip, NBC News reports. Over 3 inches of snow fell in Central Park, while parts of Hudson Valley received 5 to 10 inches of snow. Suozzi could be sworn in as early as Feb. 15, or he may have to wait until after the House's recess for Presidents' Day. Once he assumes his seat in Congress, House Republicans will face even more pressure to find common ground with Democrats. They will only be able to lose two votes to further GOP legislation. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries took to X to celebrate the GOP's dwindling majority. THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT