State Sen. Michael Gianaris announced Monday that he would not seek re-election in 2026 after representing western Queens in Albany for more than 25 years. He first won a seat in the state Assembly in 2000 before moving to the upper chamber after winning his Senate seat in 2010.
Born and raised by Greek immigrant parents in Astoria, Gianaris said his decision was based on spending more time with his own family and embracing his new role as a father.
