Hochul Wins Reelection as New York Governor
Gov. Kathy Hochul secured another four-year term in Tuesday’s election, as Attorney General Letitia James and several Brooklyn congressional representatives also won reelection.
by COLlive Editor · COLliveDemocratic Gov. Kathy Hochul has won reelection, defeating Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman, the Nassau County executive, according to projections by the Associated Press.
Hochul, who became governor in 2021, secured another four-year term after a campaign focused on affordability, public safety and her administration’s record. Blakeman campaigned on lowering taxes, reducing living costs and strengthening law enforcement.
Gov. Hochul will be inaugurated for her second full term as New York governor on January 1, 2027, along with Lieutenant Governor-elect Adrienne Adams.
New York Attorney General Letitia James, a Democrat, was also reelected to a third term, defeating Republican Saritha Komatireddy, a former federal prosecutor.
James, a Brooklyn native who has served as attorney general since 2019, previously served as New York City Public Advocate and a member of the City Council.
Democratic State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli also sought reelection against Republican Joseph Hernandez, with a projected winner not yet confirmed in the available reports.
In Brooklyn, Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries won reelection in the 8th Congressional District, while Congresswoman Yvette Clarke secured another term in the 9th District, which includes Crown Heights. Former NYC Comptroller Brad Lander was elected to Congress in the 10th District.
Brooklyn voters also cast ballots for State Senate and Assembly representatives in districts covering Crown Heights, Borough Park, Williamsburg, Flatbush and surrounding neighborhoods.
Counting continued Tuesday night in congressional and state legislative races, with additional results expected as ballots were tabulated.
The election results remain unofficial until certified by election authorities.
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