Governor Kathy Hochul’s campaign is closing out its final television ads targeting her opponent’s past connections to former President Donald Trump, as New York City’s early voting efforts already exceed participation levels from the 2022 midterm elections. The push comes amid a tight race where voter turnout appears stronger than expected, raising questions about which factors—policy debates or political alliances—will sway undecided voters. With ballots already being cast in higher numbers, the campaign’s last-minute messaging could play a decisive role in shaping the final outcome. Analysts are watching closely to see if early trends hold as Election Day approaches.
2026 Governor’s Race: Hochul hammers Blakeman’s Trump ties in final TV ads as NYC early voting outpaces 2022 contest amNewYork
