Gov. Hochul was grilled over New York’s sanctuary policies during a congressional hearing — as she seemed stump when pressed on the names of migrants accused in high-profile crimes.

During questioning, Hochul clashed with upstate New York Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik, who has often criticized the governor and has hinted at possibly running against her in 2026.

Kathy Hochul accused Elise Stefanik of chasing a "viral moment" during a heated exchange on immigration at a Thursday congressional hearing. The post Elise Stefanik Scolds Kathy Hochul In Fiery Hearing As Governor Accuses Her of Chasing ‘Viral Moment’: ‘I’m Standing Up for New Yorkers!

This is another move from Stefanik indicating that she is seriously considering running against Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-NY) in 2026.

The Save New York PAC will help fund “strong, commonsense Republican leadership” in “local elections this November to build the groundwork for 2026,” Stefanik said in a