Representative Lee Zeldin was addressing supporters in western New York when he was confronted by a man with a pointed weapon in his hand. Mr. Zeldin was not injured. Source: New York Times
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Gov. Hochul Holds Steep Fund-Raising Edge Over G.O.P. Rival Lee Zeldin
By Gotham Rex on July 18, 2022
The New York governor has $11.7 million in the bank, according to the latest filings, giving her a better than seven to one fund-raising advantage over Representative Lee Zeldin. Source: New York Times
New York Fights Back on Guns and Abortion After Supreme Court Rulings
By Gotham Rex on July 1, 2022
Lawmakers passed measures that would prohibit concealed weapons in a number of public places. It is also poised to move forward on a bill to protect abortion rights. Source: New York Times
How Zeldin’s Anti-Abortion Stance May Affect the N.Y. Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on June 30, 2022
Representative Lee Zeldin, the Republican nominee for governor, said the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade was a victory for family, life and the Constitution. Source: New York Times
The Lightning Rod Issue That Looms Over the Governor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on June 30, 2022
Lee Zeldin, the Republican candidate, is anti-abortion, while Gov. Kathy Hochul is a strong backer of abortion rights. Source: New York Times
Five Takeaways From Tuesday’s Elections
By Gotham Rex on June 29, 2022
Democratic interference in Republican primaries paid off in some places but not others, election-denying candidates were halted in Colorado, and incumbents proved their staying power. Source: New York Times
Hochul and Zeldin Will Face Off in the Fall
By Gotham Rex on June 29, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul cruised to victory in the Democratic race but could face a tough fight in November. Source: New York Times
Gov. Hochul Cruises to Democratic Primary Win in New York
By Gotham Rex on June 29, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul will have a huge fund-raising edge as she confronts a political environment that may help her Republican opponent, Lee Zeldin. Source: New York Times
Adams Says Giuliani Should Be Investigated for Falsely Reporting a Crime
By Gotham Rex on June 28, 2022
Video footage contradicted Rudy Giuliani’s claim that he was attacked while campaigning for his son, a candidate for governor. Mayor Eric Adams said he should be prosecuted for falsely reporting a crime. Source: New York Times
Under Court’s Shadow, N.Y. Governor Candidates Lob Final Pitches
By Gotham Rex on June 26, 2022
Rulings on abortion and guns shape the final weekend of campaigning before Tuesday’s primary. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Republican Quandary: How to Veer Right and Still Win in November
By Gotham Rex on June 25, 2022
Most of the Republican candidates for governor are embracing conservative stances as the primary nears, but that may turn off moderate voters in November. Source: New York Times
Hochul Has Raised $34 Million So Far. Her Goal May Be Double That.
By Gotham Rex on June 24, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s fund-raising pace could make her run for a full term the most expensive campaign ever for governor of New York. Source: New York Times
How to Vote in New York’s Primary Election
By Gotham Rex on June 24, 2022
How to vote early or on Election Day as Gov. Kathy Hochul seeks to fend off Democratic rivals and as Republicans pick a challenger. Source: New York Times
Rent Board Votes for 3.25% Increase on One-Year Leases
By Gotham Rex on June 22, 2022
Two million New Yorkers who live in rent-stabilized apartments will be affected by increases approved at a raucous meeting of the Rent Guidelines Board. Source: New York Times
Newsmax Debate Lends N.Y. Governor’s Race a Far-Right Glow
By Gotham Rex on June 21, 2022
The four Republican candidates for governor of New York faced off in their third and final debate before the June 28 primary. Source: New York Times