Bruce Blakeman wasted no time making his pitch after Elise Stefanik dropped out of New York’s governor race, according to Spectrum News. At a Friday fundraiser, the Nassau County executive called for lower taxes, tougher immigration enforcement, and said he’d govern like a CEO — all while backing Donald Trump.
He vowed to end sanctuary policies and claimed he won Latino support in past races by taking a hardline stance on crime and immigration.
Experts say Stefanik’s exit changes the game. Some argue it helps Gov. Kathy Hochul avoid a bruising GOP primary. Others say Blakeman’s low profile gives Democrats a shot to define him early.
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