Is Ritchie running? Bronx Congress member Torres slams Hochul online, calling for Democratic challenger to governor in 2026 | amNewYork
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Rep. Ritchie Torres expressed concerns that if Gov. Kathy Hochul remains the Democratic candidate for 2026, it might risk the governorship falling to Republicans due to her low approval ratings.
Torres suggested that Hochul's dismal popularity could mirror the national Democratic failures seen with Biden, which he blamed for the Democrats losing the White House to Trump.
In his commentary, Torres incited caution within the party, warning against 'sleepwalking toward impending disaster' and urging for a serious look at Hochul's candidacy for 2026.
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