"Special Election Set to Replace Controversial Congressman Santos"

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has scheduled a special election for Tuesday, February 13th, to replace former Rep. George Santos, who was expelled from Congress. Party leaders in Nassau County and Queens will select the nominees without a primary. Democrats are expected to choose former Rep. Tom Suozzi, while Republicans are in the process of screening potential contenders. The election is seen as a significant test in a battleground area of New York, with Democrats hoping to win back the seat.