In 2000, Engel defeated State Senator Larry Seabrook, who had the support of Bronx County Democratic Party Chairman Roberto Ramirez, 50%-41%.
Në vitin 2000, senatori Engel mundi Shtetit Larry SEABROOK, i cili kishte mbështetjen e Bronx County Partisë Demokratike Ramirez Kryetari Roberto, 50% -41%.