Hochul vs Blakeman: Energy and Endorsements | Buffalo News

Governor Kathy Hochul is ramping up her campaign in Albany, securing nearly 100 local endorsements and rallying union and city leaders to tout her economic investments and downtown revitalization efforts. Meanwhile, her opponent Bruce Blakeman is doubling down on his Trump ties, highlighting past support for tariffs and attendance at White House events to paint Hochul as a “Trump-style” leader. Blakeman is criticizing Hochul’s energy policies for raising utility costs, while Hochul counters by emphasizing infrastructure, childcare, and community safety. As the 2026 race heats up, both candidates are sharpening their messages — Hochul building a broad coalition, Blakeman consolidating GOP support — in a fierce battle over economic direction, energy policy, and leadership. 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.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/443d07b6f38264c6