Summary
Bruce Blakeman, a Republican candidate for governor of New York, plans to end the state's sanctuary status by working with federal immigration authorities. He aims to address high living costs in New York and cites his successful economic record in Nassau County as a positive example. President Donald Trump has endorsed Blakeman after another potential candidate, Elise Stefanik, dropped out.
Key Facts
- Bruce Blakeman is running for governor of New York and wants to end the state's sanctuary status by cooperating with federal immigration authorities.
- New York has sanctuary policies that limit state cooperation with federal immigration agents, which started under former Governor Andrew Cuomo.
- Blakeman plans to sign an executive order to stop New York from being a sanctuary state.
- He is focusing on New York’s high cost of living and believes his record in Nassau County shows he can improve the economy.
- President Donald Trump has endorsed Blakeman after Elise Stefanik exited the race.
- The general election will likely be challenging as a Republican hasn't won as governor in New York since 2006.
- Blakeman won re-election in a Democratic-leaning county, suggesting his policies appeal to a broad range of voters.
