Close Race For Town Of North Hempstead Supervisor

LONG ISLAND, NY — Long Island residents took to the polls to vote on candidates in the 2026 elections.

Polls are now closed on Long Island, and residents voted for either incumbent Jennifer DeSena, running on the Republican line, or Sean McCarthy, running on the Democratic line in the race for Town of North Hempstead Supervisor.

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Election Results:

As of 10:04 p.m., the votes were close. McCarthy was in the lead with 26,297 votes (50.50 percent), while incumbent DeSena garnered 25,740 votes (49.43 percent) for Town Supervisor, according to the Nassau County Board of Elections.

A total of 58 of 183 election districts have reported. The results remain unofficial.

This story will be updated throughout the night. Stay tuned with Patch for election results.

About The Candidates:

Port Washington native, former NCPD officer, and current Port Washington Police Commissioner McCarthy told Patch he has lived in the town of North Hempstead his entire life.

"I have always appreciated its natural beauty and recreational opportunities, and I intend to leave it a better place after serving as supervisor," he said.

McCarthy added:

"I am running to bring accountable leadership and responsive government back to Town Hall — ensuring every resident is heard, respected, and served."

When asked how ICE enforcement has impacted local communities, McCarthy told Patch:

"ICE's tactics have created a climate of fear in our immigrant communities and that has stifled their ability to participate and boost our local economy."

Incumbent and Manhasset resident DeSena told Patch that she answers to the residents of North Hempstead – not political bosses.

"That's allowed me to challenge the status quo, make tough decisions, and move long-stalled projects forward," DeSena said. "Those are results that residents can see and experience every day."

When asked how ICE enforcement has impacted local communities, DeSena told Patch:

"I believe public safety and the rule of law are both essential to strong communities. Federal immigration enforcement is the responsibility of the federal government, while local government must focus on delivering services and spending tax dollar responsibly. As Town Supervisor, my responsibility is to focus on what brings people together: safe neighborhoods, and a government that treats everyone with dignity and fairness. I believe cooperation among federal, state, and local authorities should be guided by the law, clear communication, and a shared commitment to everyone's public safety."

Results are unofficial until certified by the Nassau County Board of Elections.

The Nassau County Board of Elections and the NYS Board of Elections have more information.