BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Republican Patrick Chludzinski has declared victory over Democrat Monica Wallace in the race for New York State Assembly District 143.
Wallace conceded the race Wednesday morning, issuing the following statement.
Assemblymember Wallace: Representing Assembly District 143 Has Been a Great Honor
“Representing the residents of the 143rd Assembly District has been the honor of my lifetime. When I took office in 2017, I pledged to work to restore integrity to our district and to deliver for our community. I’m incredibly proud of the accomplishments we’ve had — from creating the first Boys & Girls Club in Cheektowaga to increasing the minimum wage to delivering historic investments for schools, parks, and infrastructure. The investments I’ve helped secure will benefit our community for generations to come.“I wish my successor, Pat Chludzinski, the best of luck as our next Assemblymember.“I thank all those in the community who supported me throughout this campaign. While we didn’t get the result we wanted, I’m so proud of what we’ve achieved together. I especially want to thank my staff members who worked tirelessly for this community throughout my time in office. Their dedication is truly inspiring, and I wish them the very best as they close this chapter and begin a new one.”
Wallace has represented New York State Assembly District 143 since she was elected in 2016. She received the endorsement of the Erie County Democratic Committee and the Police Benevolent Association of New York State among others.
“I am honored to be your next assemblyman in the 143rd district”
— Michael Schwartz (@MSchwartzTV) November 6, 2024
Patrick Chludzinski declares victory in a very big win for New York republicans.
Democrat leaders last told @eileenwkbw that’s it’s too close to call, but Monica Wallace has yet to show up at that campaign party. pic.twitter.com/N2bvb7ineV
According to data on the Erie County Board of Elections website, with 100 percent reporting, Chludzinski led Wallace 51.97% (29,772 votes) to 47.93% (27,459).
Chludzinski, a military veteran and law enforcement official, was a first-time candidate for public office and was endorsed by the Erie County Republican and Conservative committees among others.
