2026 New York gubernatorial election

Stefanik dominates Lawler and Blakeman in new poll

Nearly half of GOP primary voters favor Rep. Elise Stefanik, while Rep. Mike Lawler and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman can’t break single digits.

  • By Austin C. Jefferson

News & Politics

Gov. Kathy Hochul takes aim at Rep. ‘Mike something’

Continuing her trend of stronger rhetoric against the GOP, the governor repeatedly criticized potential gubernatorial opponent Rep. Mike Lawler during the Albany Somos conference.

  • By Rebecca C. Lewis

News & Politics

Hochul dominates potential challengers in new Siena poll

Hochul's two potential primary opponents, Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado and Rep. Ritchie Torres, lack statewide name recognition.

  • By Peter Sterne

2026 New York gubernatorial election

Who could be Hochul’s next LG?

With Antonio Delgado off the topic, Gov. Kathy Hochul has a wide range of options for her next running mate.

  • By Rebecca C. Lewis

News & Politics

Wanted: New Hochul running mate

Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado announced that he would not run for reelection next year, leaving open a spot on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s ticket.

  • By Rebecca C. Lewis