New York (WWNY) - Robert Smullen says he’s running for Congress in New York’s 21st District. The seat is currently held by Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, who is now running for Governor of New York.

Smullen is a retired Marine Corps Colonel and current State Assemblyman.

He launched his campaign on Thursday, calling himself a lifelong Upstate New Yorker and strong supporter of President Trump’s America First agenda.

He says he wants to bring service, strength, and common sense to Washington.

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