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About
American Republican politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives for New York's 9th District. He has been a member of the Republican party.
Before Fame
He grew up in Queens, New York and obtained his Bachelor's of Arts in History from St. John's University.
Trivia
Before entering politics, he was president of Multimedia Entertainment from 1991 to 1995 and created the Jerry Springer Show.
Family Life
He married Peggy Turner in 1963, and they had five children.
Associated With
He was elected to the House to replace Anthony Weiner who was forced to resign after scandal.
