All articles tagged with #new york governor race
Originally Published 22 days ago — by Politico
Donald Trump endorsed a candidate in the New York governor race after Elise Stefanik dropped out, amid a competitive political landscape involving other Republicans like Blakeman, who received Trump's support and attended a White House event, while Hochul remains favored in polls.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by BBC
Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has dropped out of the New York governor race and will not seek re-election to Congress, citing family reasons and strategic considerations amid primary challenges, and will focus on her family life instead.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by PBS
Rep. Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor and will not seek reelection to Congress, citing family reasons and a strategic decision amid a challenging Republican primary against Bruce Blakeman. She has been a prominent Trump ally and a rising star in the House, but recent internal conflicts and political shifts influenced her decision to step back from the race.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Axios
Rep. Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor and announced her retirement from Congress, citing family reasons and strategic considerations, after initially entering the race with support from Trump and GOP leadership.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by CBS News
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor and will not seek reelection, citing family reasons and the desire to focus on her young son. Her decision comes amid political shifts and support for her opponent, Bruce Blakeman, with reactions from prominent figures including former President Trump and other politicians. Stefanik, a strong supporter of Trump and a prominent Republican, had initially launched her gubernatorial bid but decided to step back less than two months into the race.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Politico
Rep. Elise Stefanik is dropping out of the New York governor race, leaving only Republican candidate Blakeman, as she faces a challenging campaign against incumbent Hochul in a deep blue state and struggles with low polling and internal party dynamics.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Politico
New York Republicans are heading towards a contentious gubernatorial primary between Elise Stefanik and Bruce Blakeman, with President Trump’s ambiguous stance adding to the uncertainty. Trump has not explicitly endorsed a candidate, despite discussions with Blakeman and praise for both candidates, which complicates the GOP's strategy in a deeply Democratic state. The outcome of the primary and Trump’s potential endorsement could significantly influence the race against Democratic candidate Kathy Hochul.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
Rep. Elise Stefanik's announcement to run for New York governor, as a staunch Trump supporter, is seen by Democrats as a potential advantage for their campaigns, given her association with Trump could energize Democratic voters and pose challenges for Republican candidates in the state.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Axios
Rep. Elise Stefanik is strategically linking New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to challenge her in the upcoming election, aiming to sway moderate voters by portraying Democrats as socialist and to capitalize on internal Democratic conflicts, reflecting a broader Republican approach to national politics.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by PBS
Republican U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik announced her candidacy for New York governor, criticizing Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and leveraging her national profile and Trump ties, amidst a competitive primary landscape for the 2026 election.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
Elise Stefanik, a staunch Trump supporter and New York representative, has announced her campaign for governor, criticizing incumbent Kathy Hochul and aligning herself with Trump’s policies, amidst a contentious political environment and opposition from Democrats.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by City & State New York
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado officially announced his campaign for New York governor, positioning himself to the left of incumbent Kathy Hochul amid a challenging race with low name recognition and significant fundraising gaps, while facing skepticism about his timing and strategy.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Politico
Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado of New York is launching a bid to challenge incumbent Governor Kathy Hochul in the Democratic primary, marking a rare move for a sitting lieutenant governor. Delgado, who has been largely inactive in his role, is positioning himself as a reformist candidate and has been reaching out to Black voters and community leaders. Despite Hochul's strong fundraising and political infrastructure, Delgado's challenge reflects internal Democratic party tensions and his desire to ascend to the governorship.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres is considering a run for New York governor and is sharply criticizing current Governor Kathy Hochul, comparing her vulnerabilities to those of President Joe Biden before he dropped his reelection bid. Torres plans to tour New York to raise his profile and assess the state's needs. He argues that Hochul's low approval ratings and erratic governance could lead to a Republican victory in 2026, potentially by GOP Rep. Mike Lawler. Other Democrats have also expressed concerns about the party's statewide prospects.