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Bruce Blakeman chooses running mate for NY gov. race
FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the story.
NEW YORK - Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has reportedly decided who will join him on the Republican ticket to run against New York Gov. Kathy Hochul.
What we know:
Todd Hood, the sheriff of Madison County, will run alongside Blakeman in his gubernatorial campaign.
The pair made their first public appearance earlier today, Feb. 9.
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Bruce Blakeman on running for governor, ICE in NY
FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks to Nassau County Executive about the race for New York governor and ICE activity in the state.
Dig deeper:
Blakeman sat down with FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay to discuss his campaign for New York governor earlier this month.
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Bruce Blakeman announces run for NY Governor: FULL INTERVIEW
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman officially announced Tuesday morning that he is running for New York governor, launching a statewide campaign just a month after winning reelection.
During the interview, Blakeman highlighted his platform, which centers on public safety, economic development and affordability, positioning himself as a candidate focused on keeping families in New York by lowering the cost of living.
"You can look forward to the fact that you’re going to have a slate of candidates that care about New Yorkers, that want to make it more affordable to live in New York, [and] that want their children and grandchildren to stay here in New York and not move to another state."
The other side:
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul also recently announced her running mate — former New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams.
The Democratic governor formed the state's first women-led ticket with her selection earlier this month.
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Mamdani expected to endorse Gov. Hochul for re-election
FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the latest.
The Source: This article includes reporting from FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay.