Michael Tannousis.

Michael is a lifelong Staten Islander. After graduating from Monsignor Farrell High School, Michael earned his undergraduate degree from Binghamton University and his Juris Doctor from Pace University School of Law. While in law school, he worked for the New York City Council. In 2020, Michael was elected to the New York State Assembly where he currently serves as the ranking member of the Assembly Judiciary Committee. He also currently serves as Chairman of the Staten Island Republican Party.

Prior to being elected to office, Michael served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Bronx County District Attorney's Office and Richmond County District Attorney's Office where he prosecuted major felony offenses, including high-profile homicides. He has tried over 30 trials to verdict. In addition to his courtroom experience, he served on the board of the Cyprus-US Chamber of Commerce and was a delegate for the Cyprus Federation of America.

Michael has been consistently named to the Staten Island Power 100 and the Brooklyn Power 100 by City & State and was recently recognized as a Power Player in the 2022 Elections by PoliticsNY.