With approximately 76% of countywide votes counted, the Nassau County Legislature is expected to stay under Republican control, with a projected division of 11 Republicans and 8 Democrats.
The Legislature currently holds a Republican majority with an 11-7 split. There is one vacant seat following the departure of former District 15 legislator John Ferretti, who left to become Hempstead town supervisor. Before the vacancy, Republicans held a 12-7 majority.
In the recent election, Democrats managed to flip one seat—District 14—gaining ground in the Legislature.
The Nassau County Legislature consists of 19 legislators representing the county's 19 districts.
"With about 76% of the countywide votes in, the Nassau County Legislature appears likely to remain in Republican hands, with an anticipated split of 11 Republicans and 8 Democrats."
"One seat is currently vacant after the former District 15 legislator, John Ferretti, left the seat to assume the position of Hempstead town supervisor."
Author's summary: Despite Democrats flipping one seat, Republicans are projected to keep control of the Nassau County Legislature with an estimated 11-8 seat distribution.