Bridie Farrell ended her campaign for a North Country House seat on Friday, saying in a letter to supporters the newly drawn district is too difficult for a Democrat to win. 

Farrell was among several Democrats who have filed to run for the seat held since 2014 by Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik.

But the district is set to change after Democratic lawmakers and Gov. Kathy Hochul earlier this year approved newly drawn maps for the House of Representatives as well as the state Legislature. The newly drawn district remains one of the more conservative and Republican seats in the state at the federal level. 

A Republican-led challenge to the lines is underway in state court. 

"After closely reviewing the new district maps that emerged from the state legislature’s redistricting process, I’ve decided to end my race for the U.S. House of Representatives," said Farrell, a former U.S. speed skater who is an advocate for victims and survivors of sexual abuse. "New York’s 21st district now has a 23 point Republican advantage instead of the eight point margin it had when I launched my campaign. I no longer see a path to victory for a Democrat in this race."

Farrell pointed to her campaign championing measures including jobs, child care, schools and health care as well as affordable housing. 

"My desire to give back to our community is not ending as I step out of this Congressional race. Over the past seven months I gained incredible insight into all aspects of what it means to serve and what it means to be ready to serve on day-one. I am going to continue to lead on the issues that matter to all of us. I will continue to speak out and speak up," she said. "I will continue to be here for all of you, my fellow New Yorkers and my fellow Americans."