Energy Wars Before Election Day | New York City News

As Election Day looms, New York’s energy crisis is heating up the race between Governor Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman. Hochul’s campaign delivers rebate checks to 8 million households and expands utility discounts — framing it as ongoing relief and accountability. Blakeman counters with a bold promise: cut bills in half by ending fracking and unleashing natural gas, calling current policies a “green scam.” Their sharply contrasting visions — one focused on affordability through existing programs, the other on fossil fuel expansion — are now central to voters’ choices, with both sides accusing each other of political theater. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/politics/2026/09/15/lowering-new-york-s-high-energy-costs-key-platform-ahead-of-election-day More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2d3aee6c53c9b593 Report issues to [email protected].