Welcome to The Gov Shack LIVE, where I talk about how I would fix New York State as Governor of New York. Today we’re breaking down the newest twist in the 2026 race: Republican Bruce Blakeman has entered the governor’s race — challenging GOP front-runner Elise Stefanik.
Why does Blakeman think he can beat Stefanik? Is Elise Stefanik weaker than expected? Could Donald Trump abandon her, or is this a sign of the deeper Republican Party infighting happening nationwide? Is Blakeman running to win — or positioning himself for a different political prize?
We’ll also discuss whether this division creates a huge opening for an independent candidate, and how Kathy Hochul’s Democratic challenger, Antonio Delgado, fits into the picture. Are New Yorkers simply fed up with establishment politicians from BOTH parties?
I’ll share my analysis, take LIVE comments and questions, and talk about what these political shifts mean for New York’s future and the 2026 election.
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