Bruce Blakeman is a staunch supporter of Donald Trump, who is currently touring Long Island. Blakeman is also facing a poll deficit against Kathy Hochul.
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Bruce Blakeman is a staunch supporter of Donald Trump, who is currently touring Long Island. Blakeman is also facing a poll deficit against Kathy Hochul.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Election results show Trump receiving nearly 60% of the vote, while Hochul gains ground in Democratic strongholds in Nassau County.Sub-event
Hochul faces poll deficit against Blakeman amid Trump support.1 source
- Donald Trump addressed the media in Garden City on August 1, criticizing New York's bail and parole policies, accusing Hochul, and praising Blakeman.Sub-event
Hochul leads Blakeman in the gubernatorial race; Trump rallies for Blakeman's campaign.1 source
Blakeman supports Trump's tour in Long Island while trailing Hochul in statewide polls.1 source
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Bruce Blakeman
American politician (born 1955)
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Kathy Hochul
57th Governor of New York since 2021
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)