Rep. Elise Stefanik announces run for New York governor, challenging Kathy Hochul in 2026 election.
Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik announced she is running for governor of New York early Friday morning, after months of hinting that she might challenge Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul in the 2026 election.
Stefanik launched her campaign with a post on social media, calling Hochul "the worst governor in America.", said media Reports.