New York State Assembly District 45

Current seat holder: Michael Novakhov.

Joey Cohen-Saban

Democratic (FGT AntiSemitism)

Joey Cohen-Saban (Democratic Party, Fight Anti-Semitism Party) is running for election to the New York State Assembly to represent District 45. The Democratic primary for this office on June 23, 2026, was canceled.

Campaign site

“The quality of life in our Brooklyn neighborhoods is under pressure — from aging infrastructure and inadequate sanitation to overcrowded transit and unchecked development.” (Campaign website (joeysaban.com))

Michael Novakhov

Michael “Misha” Novakhov was elected to the New York State Assembly on November 8, 2022. The 45th Assembly District includes portions of Sheepshead Bay, Midwood, Manhattan Beach, Gravesend, and Brighton Beach. Michael is originally from the former USSR and was fortunate to have successfully immigrated to the United States with his family.

Campaign site

“We have been saying for years that the energy plan put forward by Majority lawmakers was flawed and would result in higher utility bills. Now we have proof from a state agency.” (Official legislative newsroom (nyassembly.gov))
“But our work is far from over. New York still faces high crime, rising inflation, and the highest cost of housing in the nation.” (Campaign website (michaelforny.com))