Trump rallies in New York for Blakeman to unseat Democrat Gov. Hochul
Donald Trump held a rally in New York to support Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman. Trump used the event to criticize Governor Kathy Hochul and promote his economic agenda, including the Micron semiconductor project.
Why it matters
The rally highlights the GOP's efforts to gain ground in traditionally Democratic states during the midterm election cycle.
President Donald Trump returned to his home state of New York on Friday night, showcasing America's "New Golden Age" and promising to help Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman flip the Empire State red as the GOP makes its final push toward November's midterm elections. Trump rallied supporters in Syracuse with a sweeping celebration of his administration's economic and immigration agenda, pledging to help New Yorkers secure lower taxes, cheaper energy and safer streets by electing Republicans up and down the ballot. "We're in the Golden Age of America," Trump told the crowd, urging supporters to deliver the same enthusiasm that powered his presidential campaigns. TRUMP CAMPAIGN INSIDER REVEALS STRATEGY BEHIND MIDTERM BLITZ THAT WHITE HOUSE HOPES PAYS OFF BIG "Please pretend I'm on the freaking ballot," Trump urged.
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