Trump’s Mamdani embrace complicates Elise Stefanik’s path to governor

The president fawned over the mayor-elect, parting with the New York Republican who has claimed he’s a jihadist.

GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik announces 2026 run for New York governor, aiming to challenge NY Gov. Hochul

Rep. Elise Stefanik, a top Trump ally, is expected to announce a run for governor in 2026 against Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, according to people briefed on her plans.

Prominent Trump ally Rep. Elise Stefanik to announce run for New York governor: NY Post

The Republican congresswoman is expected to announce her much-anticipated run against Democratic incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul.

Trump Loyalist Elise Stefanik Launches Run For New York Governor

The onetime moderate Republican turned staunch MAGA ally is entering one of the most closely watched races of the 2026 campaign season.

'She's Full Of S**t!': Kathy Hochul Trashes Elise Stefanik For Leaning Into Mamdani Attacks

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) didn’t mince her words toward Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) on Friday after the MAGA Republican continued her spree of Islamophobic attacks against New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.

Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik has formally launched her expected campaign for NY governor

Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik has formally launched her expected campaign for New York governor with a video slamming Gov. Kathy Hochul.
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