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Governor of New York
Results updated Nov 7, 1:00 AM ET
Kathy Hochul (Democrat) has been governor of New York since August 24, 2021. Kathy Hochul won re-election in 2026.
| Governor | Kathy Hochul (D) |
|---|---|
| In office since | August 24, 2021 |
| Current term ends | 2026 |
| Next election | 2030 |
2026 governor's race
Called
| Candidate | Vote | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| Kathy Hochul (D) | 59.8% | 3,613,985 |
| Bruce Blakeman (R) | 40.0% | 2,414,376 |
| Write-in | 0.2% | 12,705 |
87% of the expected vote counted. Vote counts are unofficial until certified.
PoliGov's final forecast gave Kathy Hochul a >99% chance and Bruce Blakeman a <1% chance (Likely D).
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