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Sticker tycoon. Trump cheerleader. Rapper. Congressman?

Sticker tycoon. Trump cheerleader. Rapper. Congressman?

Summary

Anthony Constantino, a New York sticker company owner and Trump supporter, is running for Congress in New York’s 21st district. He has created a Trump-themed rap album and previously had a brief pro boxing career. His campaign is seeing tighter competition as polls show declining Republican leads.

Key Facts

  • Anthony Constantino owns Sticker Mule, a New York-based sticker company with over 1,000 employees.
  • He is the Republican candidate aiming to replace GOP Congresswoman Elise Stefanik in New York’s 21st district.
  • Constantino released a 20-track rap album called "Thank You President Trump" praising President Trump.
  • One part of the album highlights Trump’s golf skills; other tracks focus on family, peace, and political topics.
  • He began a short pro boxing career at age 40 and claims former champion Mike Tyson endorsed him.
  • The 21st district voted for Trump by 21 points in 2024, but recent polls show a much closer race with Democrats gaining ground.
  • Constantino has made controversial and offensive statements about other politicians, causing friction even within his party.
  • The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added this district to its focus list, calling it a "Red to Blue" opportunity.
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