Exclusive | Rep. Elise Stefanik tells Post she's in 'strongest position' to defeat NY Gov. Kathy Hochul as she mulls 2026 run
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Rep. Elise Stefanik expresses confidence in her potential candidacy for New York governor in 2026, stating she can effectively challenge Democrat Gov. Kathy Hochul. Identifying key priorities such as tax policy, education reform, and crime reduction, Stefanik highlights her expansive donor backing and Republican support. Recent polling positions her favorably within the GOP and suggests she could be competitive against Hochul. With strong fundraising capabilities and strategic outreach planned, she aims to mobilize support ahead of a possible run.
"Unlike Kathy Hochul, who was defeated after one term in Congress, we have a record of winning - not just Republicans but winning independents and a fair percentage of Democrats."
"I'm honored to have the most robust, most significant donor base of any Republican ever in the state of New York, and it is time that we work together as a team to save this state from the catastrophic policies."
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