Stefanik will begin her campaign for New York governor in 2026 on Friday against Hochul.
Elise Stefanik Launches New York Gubernatorial Campaign U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik is set to announce her long-anticipated campaign for governor of New York on Friday. She plans to run against Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul in the 2026 election, according to multiple sources. Stefanik, a prominent Republican in the House and a close ally of former […]
Calls for taxing the wealthy arise as Gov. Hochul speaks at Zohran Mamdani and NY AG Letitia James event
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico It’s definitely Zoh’s moment. Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani made his way to Puerto Rico for the SOMOS political retreat, where he co-hosted a cocktail reception alongside Attorney General Letitia James, who is currently facing her own challenges. This event, held on Thursday, served as a celebration of his recent victory. Governor Kathy […]
Zohran Mamdani’s victory puts Kathy Hochul in a difficult position, as Stefanik seizes the opportunity while moderates stay cautious.
New York Republicans Target Hochul’s Alliances Republicans in New York are setting their sights on the governor, Kathy Hochul, after her support for the newly elected mayor, Zoran Mamdani, raised eyebrows. Congressman Elise Stefanik warned that Hochul’s ties to the self-identified socialist could jeopardize her chances for re-election. Shortly after Mamdani’s triumph on Tuesday, Republican […]
Zohran Mamdani has won, but lacks a mandate — it is now up to Kathy Hochul and the Democrats to rescue the city.
Zoran Mamdani achieved a notable win in the recent mayoral election, though his support fell short of what is typical for a Democratic candidate. While the final results aren’t in yet, it seems a significant number of New Yorkers may have cast their votes against him. This isn’t exactly a vote of confidence in the […]
Hochul advances debated NYC housing ballot proposals even though Zohran Mamdani has not spoken out on the matter
Hochul Supports Election Day Voting Measures Amid Controversy Governor Kathy Hochul has expressed her backing for a contentious voting measure on Election Day that could expand the mayor’s authority regarding housing in New York. However, she avoided directly addressing Zoran Mamdani, a Democratic candidate who has not stated his position on the matter. Hochul refrained […]
Stefanik recruits top campaign team to challenge Hochul: sources
Stefanik Assembles Campaign Team for Gubernatorial Run WASHINGTON – Republican Representative Elise Stefanik is rounding up a skilled team of strategists from New York, including some individuals notable for their past roles in opposing Governor Kathy Hochul. Officials indicate that Stefanik is likely to announce her anticipated gubernatorial campaign as soon as next week. The […]
Democrats are expressing a desire for Hochul to leave office due to her support of Mamdani.
Kathy Hochul Faces Backlash for Zoran Mamdani Endorsement Kathy Hochul, labeled by some as the “worst governor in America,” has come under significant criticism for endorsing Zoran Mamdani, a radical socialist running for mayor of New York. According to Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, Democrats are eager to see the unpopular incumbent ousted. “We’ve heard from numerous […]
New York Republicans attempt again to prevent Hochul and Democrats from shifting local elections
New York Republicans Challenge Election Law Changes ALBANY – New York state Republicans are making a concerted effort to halt the Democrats’ plans to shift most local elections outside of New York City to even-numbered years. These changes could lead to fewer local voter turnout opportunities in non-presidential election cycles. In a new lawsuit, the […]
Hochul saved by almost $3 billion in additional New York tax revenue, yet significant deficits are on the horizon
New York Governor Discusses Tax Revenue and Budget Concerns ALBANY – Governor Kathy Hochul is expressing concern about poverty despite a notable tax revenue increase in the first half of the fiscal year, with nearly $3 billion more than anticipated. This growth puts the state on track to gather $259 billion in revenue this fiscal […]
Elise Stefanik Surpasses Kathy Hochul in Strongly Democratic New York
Stefanik Holds Narrow Lead Over Hochul in Gubernatorial Polling A new independent study indicates that Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) holds a slight edge over Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul in the likely 2026 gubernatorial race. Meanwhile, Zoran Mamdani, a New York City Councilmember, is leading significantly in the upcoming mayoral election. The data from the Manhattan […]