Her entrance to the race sets the stage for one of President Donald Trump’s top allies in the House of Representatives to challenge Democratic Gov. In recent weeks, Stefanik has delighted in criticizing Hochul for endorsing New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist whom Republicans around the country have been eager to use as a foil in their own races. Jerry Kassar, chairman of the state’s Conservative Party, said the effectiveness of the attacks will depend on how Trump’s agenda is perceived when voters go to the polls next year.
Author: Jon Campbell
Published at: 2025-11-07 14:48:00
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