Stefanik set to run for NY governor
by Julia Manchester - 06/26/25 3:35 PM ET
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) is preparing to officially launch her campaign for New York governor, according to two sources familiar with her thinking.
“It’s not a matter of if, it’s a matter of when,” said one of the sources, adding that Stefanik will announce “at the time and place” of her choosing.
Speculation has been swirling for months over whether Stefanik, a close ally of President Trump, would seek the top executive office in the Empire State.
Polling shows her leading a hypothetical Republican primary. A poll conducted by GrayHouse found that Stefanik has a commanding lead over fellow Rep. Mike Lawler (D-N.Y.), who is considering a run, 44 percent to 7 percent among GOP primary voters. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman secured 5 percent support. The margin of error is 5 percentage points.
Last month, President Trump endorsed Lawler and Blakeman for reelection in their respective posts, raising speculation that he was seeking to clear the field for Stefanik.
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https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5371832-stefanik-prepares-launch-governor-race/
