Trump supporter joins the race to succeed Rep. Elise Stefanik, promises to finance campaign personally in GOP primary

Business Executive Announces Run for Congress in New York ALBANY – Anthony Constantino, a business executive known for his strong support of Trump, is stepping into the political arena. He plans to run for the seat currently held by U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik, who is gearing up for a gubernatorial challenge against Gov. Kathy Hochul […]
Rep. Elise Stefanik pushes back against Hochul after urging the dismissal of ‘nightmare’ Mamdani’s transition team choice

On Tuesday, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik took issue with Governor Kathy Hochul regarding a member of Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s transition team who has shown support for a notorious cop killer. Lumumba Bandele, a known figure associated with Black supremacist ideologies, was appointed to Mamdani’s community organizing committee on Monday, despite his connections to Black Liberation Army […]
Stefanik reaffirms her description of Mamdani as a ‘jihadist’ even though Trump disagrees

Stefanik Disagrees with Trump Over Mayor-elect Mamdani Representative Elise Stefanik from New York expressed her disagreement with President Donald Trump regarding Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani during an interview on Monday. She referred to Mamdani as a “jihadist.” This came in light of Trump’s differing views about Mamdani’s character. Stefanik conveyed her concerns about Mamdani’s potential impact […]
Stefanik criticizes Hochul after a truck accident involving an undocumented driver with a New York license: ‘Should never have been behind the wheel’

Stefanik Criticizes Hochul’s Immigration Policies After Fatal Crash Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) expressed concern over what she calls “dangerous” immigration policies by Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul, claiming they are creating issues beyond New York’s borders. This statement follows a tragic incident in Indiana involving a truck driver who was undocumented, yet held a commercial license […]
GOP Assemblyman Robert Smullen seeks to replace Elise Stefanik.

Robert Smullen Announces Candidacy for New York’s 21st Congressional District ALBANY — Robert Smullen, a retired Marine colonel and Republican Congressman from upstate New York, has launched his campaign for the 21st Congressional District seat. Having represented this northern district since 2019, Smullen is aiming to take over the position currently held by U.S. Rep. […]
Elise Stefanik Criticizes Democrat New York Governor for Affordability Issues

Energy Policy at Center of Stefanik’s Gubernatorial Campaign Elise Stefanik, the Republican candidate for governor in New York, has stated that energy will be a central focus of her campaign. She believes that the state’s affordability crisis is closely linked to the policies enacted by current Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul. On November 7, Stefanik criticized […]
Rep. Elise Stefanik pulls ahead of Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026 race as more independents favor Republicans: poll

New York state Representative Elise Stefanik is currently leading in the race against Governor Kathy Hochul for the upcoming gubernatorial election. A recent Siena College poll indicates that Stefanik is gaining traction, particularly among independent voters. The poll, conducted from November 10 to 12 and released on Tuesday, shows Hochul with 52% support compared to […]
Elise Stefanik criticizes Kathy Hochul as ‘disconnected’ and ‘unpopular’ in harsh campaign ad for NY governor’s race.

Stefanik Unleashes Attack Ad on Hochul Republican candidate for governor, Elise Stefanik, launched a sharp critique of Kathy Hochul on Friday through a new ad that highlights the Democratic governor’s perceived failures. The ad essentially stitches together various shortcomings of Hochul’s time in office. Titled “In Cathy’s Own Words: This Should Stop the Bulls,” the […]
Stefanik Tied with Hochul in 2026 New York Governor Race

2026 New York Gubernatorial Race: Tight Race Between Stefanik and Hochul In the upcoming New York gubernatorial race for 2026, Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik and the current Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul are nearly neck and neck, as highlighted by a recent JL Partners poll. This survey points to rising dissatisfaction among voters regarding the administration’s […]
Stefanik criticizes Hochul for 40% increases in utility rates throughout New York state

Elise Stefanik Critiques Hochul’s Energy Policies This week, Republican gubernatorial candidate Elise Stefanik voiced her disapproval of Governor Kathy Hochul’s energy strategies. She took aim at Hochul’s ongoing prohibition on fossil fuel exploration, highlighting a troubling track record in the energy sector. This comes as the state-run utility company announced yet another substantial rate hike […]