Democratic Super PAC Adds $4.3 Million to Hochul’s Re-election Bid
A Democratic Governors Association-backed super PAC raised $4.34 million for the closing weeks of New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s reelection campaign. The group launched ads linking Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman to President Donald Trump, while Blakeman emphasized state taxes, energy costs, and crime. Three donors supplied $3 million, including former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and the Greater New York Hospital Association Management Corp.
A Democratic Governors Association-backed super PAC brought in $4.34 million for the last stretch of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s campaign. Three donors each provided $1 million: Michael Bloomberg, the Greater New York Hospital Association Management Corp., and Leadership for New York, led by Jay Martin. The Sports Betting Alliance and John Hess also gave.
The group released two ads Saturday tying Republican Bruce Blakeman to Donald Trump. Blakeman proposes eliminating state income tax for single filers under $50,000 and couples under $100,000, a 10% cut below $250,000, and halving electric bills through more natural gas. He estimates $35 billion cost; Democrats control the Legislature.
The late spending could intensify voter attention in New York’s governor race, particularly on Trump, taxes, energy, and crime. More ads may affect turnout and how residents weigh the candidates. Outside donors could gain visibility and influence in the closing weeks. If Blakeman’s tax and energy ideas advanced, households and businesses might feel effects, though Democratic legislative control could constrain them. Hochul’s larger cash reserve may help her message reach voters more often.