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President Trump endorsed Anthony Constantino, CEO of Sticker Mule, to fill Elise Stefanik’s New York-21 seat, a move that clashes with the state GOP’s preferred candidate Assemblyman Robert Smullen and complicates a divisive primary as MAGA-aligned backers rally around Constantino while establishment leaders back Smullen.
President Donald Trump endorsed Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman for New York governor, shortly after Stefanik suspended her campaign, potentially consolidating the GOP primary race in favor of Blakeman, who aligns with Trump’s MAGA policies.
Elise Stefanik, a Republican US representative and Trump ally, has decided to end her bid for New York governor and will not seek re-election to Congress, citing the unlikelihood of a successful primary and the challenging political landscape in New York. She plans to serve out her current congressional term and joins other Republican lawmakers leaving the House, amid internal party conflicts and leadership disputes.
Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has dropped out of the New York governor race and will not seek re-election to Congress, citing family reasons and strategic considerations amid primary challenges, and will focus on her family life instead.
Rep. Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor and will not seek reelection to Congress, citing family reasons and a strategic decision amid a challenging Republican primary against Bruce Blakeman. She has been a prominent Trump ally and a rising star in the House, but recent internal conflicts and political shifts influenced her decision to step back from the race.
Rep. Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor and announced her retirement from Congress, citing family reasons and strategic considerations, after initially entering the race with support from Trump and GOP leadership.
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor and will not seek reelection, citing family reasons and the desire to focus on her young son. Her decision comes amid political shifts and support for her opponent, Bruce Blakeman, with reactions from prominent figures including former President Trump and other politicians. Stefanik, a strong supporter of Trump and a prominent Republican, had initially launched her gubernatorial bid but decided to step back less than two months into the race.
Rep. Elise Stefanik is dropping out of the New York governor race, leaving only Republican candidate Blakeman, as she faces a challenging campaign against incumbent Hochul in a deep blue state and struggles with low polling and internal party dynamics.
Rep. Elise Stefanik criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson, claiming he would lose a vote for speaker if called today, citing internal GOP disagreements and her recent political disputes, while other political developments include bipartisan efforts on healthcare subsidies and legal investigations into former officials.
House Speaker Mike Johnson narrowly won a Tennessee special election amid internal GOP conflicts, notably over a provision Elise Stefanik fought to reinstate in the NDAA, highlighting ongoing legislative and party unity challenges.
Elise Stefanik publicly criticizes House Speaker Mike Johnson over internal disagreements within the GOP, highlighting ongoing tensions and dissent among Republican members regarding legislative strategies and leadership authority.
Rep. Elise Stefanik's announcement to run for New York governor, as a staunch Trump supporter, is seen by Democrats as a potential advantage for their campaigns, given her association with Trump could energize Democratic voters and pose challenges for Republican candidates in the state.
Rep. Elise Stefanik is strategically linking New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to challenge her in the upcoming election, aiming to sway moderate voters by portraying Democrats as socialist and to capitalize on internal Democratic conflicts, reflecting a broader Republican approach to national politics.
Rep. Elise Stefanik announced her run for New York governor, focusing on making the state more affordable and safe.
Republican U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik announced her candidacy for New York governor, criticizing Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and leveraging her national profile and Trump ties, amidst a competitive primary landscape for the 2026 election.