GOP Congresswoman, loyal Trump ally Elise Stefanik ends New York governor bid, to leave politics

Stefanik's decision last month to challenge the re-election bid of New York Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul was clouded weeks by Trump ally Bruce Blakeman's own bid

US Representative Elise Stefanik arrives for the Republican caucus meeting, in Washington, US, May 14, 2021.

US Representative Elise Stefanik arrives for the Republican caucus meeting, in Washington, US, May 14, 2021.

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ByREUTERS

DECEMBER 20, 2025 08:53

Updated: DECEMBER 20, 2025 16:42