The New York congresswoman hasn’t officially entered the race but said the GOP will ’reset’ the Empire State.
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) said Republicans have a “huge opportunity” to win the New York governor’s race and that she’s “honored” to be considered one of the Republican candidates.
Stefanik, 40, weighed in on the contest after reports emerged that she was exploring a bid for governor, but stopped short of announcing a bid.
“I’m honored to have my name in the mix as well. I think we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fire Kathy Hochul once and for all. For so long, Democrats have had a one-party rule in Albany, and it has caused a decay in our state.”
Stefanik’s office did not immediately respond to NTD’s request for comment.
President Donald Trump chose Stefanik to serve as United Nations ambassador, but later pulled his nomination to help keep the already slim House GOP majority.
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