At a campaign rally in Yorktown Heights, Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman criticized Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul, calling her a 'puppet' of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Blakeman accused Hochul of failing to address illegal immigration and crime while aligning with Mamdani's agenda. In response, Mamdani accused Blakeman of bigotry. Both Hochul and Mamdani are campaigning on issues of affordability and child care.
Key facts
- Bruce Blakeman is the Republican candidate for New York governor.
- Kathy Hochul is the current Democratic governor seeking reelection.
- Zohran Mamdani is the mayor of New York City.
- Blakeman accused Hochul of failing to address crime and illegal immigration.
- Mamdani criticized Blakeman for bigotry and racism.
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