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Trump Taps Billionaire Financier, NY Native For Commerce Secretary Trump Taps Billionaire Financier, NY Native For Commerce Secretary
Trump Taps Billionaire Financier, NY Native For Commerce Secretary President-elect Donald Trump has picked another New Yorker for a top Cabinet post. Howard Lutnick, a Long Island native from Jericho and the chairman and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, is his pick for commerce secretary. “He will lead our tariff and trade agenda, with additional direct responsibility for the Office of the United States Trade Representative,” Trump announced on Truth Social on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Earlier Report: Trump Selects Vaccine-Skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As Secretary Of Health, Human Services Lutnick, a co-chair of the president-elect’s transition team, has spent …
Trump Selects Vaccine-Skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As Secretary Of Health, Human Services Trump Selects Vaccine-Skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As Secretary Of Health, Human Services
Trump Selects Vaccine-Skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As Secretary Of Health, Human Services President-elect Donald Trump tapped a controversial New Yorker to oversee public health. Robert F Kennedy Jr. is his choice for secretary of health and human services, Trump announced Thursday, Nov. 14.  "For too long, Americans have been crushed by the industrial food complex and drug companies who have engaged in deception, misinformation, and disinformation when it comes to Public Health," Trump said on Truth Social. Earlier Report: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Suspends Presidential Bid, Backs Donald Trump "The Safety and Health of all Americans is the most important role of any A…
Former NY Congressman, Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Named To Trump's Cabinet Former NY Congressman, Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Named To Trump's Cabinet
Former NY Congressman, Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Named To Trump's Cabinet President-elect Donald Trump has selected former New York congressman and gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin to run the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In a statement on Monday, Nov. 11, Trump said Zeldin "will ensure fair and swift deregulatory decisions that will be enacted in a way to unleash the power of American businesses," adding that Zeldin will still maintain "the highest environmental standards." In a post on social media, Zeldin said, "It is an honor to join President Trump’s Cabinet as EPA Administrator. "We will restore US energy dominance, revitalize our auto indu…
Shooting Outside Home Of Former NY Gubernatorial Candidate Zeldin Nets Gunman 12 Years Shooting Outside Home Of Former NY Gubernatorial Candidate Zeldin Nets Gunman 12 Years
Shooting Outside Home Of Former NY Gubernatorial Candidate Zeldin Nets Gunman 12 Years The gunman in a broad daylight shooting that injured two teenagers outside the New York home of former Rep. Lee Zeldin will spend more than a decade behind bars. Long Island resident Noah Green, age 20, of Shirley, was sentenced to 12 years in prison plus five years of post-release supervision after pleading guilty to attempted murder and related charges. Prosecutors said Green was riding in a stolen SUV with another individual when they spotted three rival gang members walking along Saint George Drive West in Shirley at around 2:20 p.m. on Oct. 9, 2022. Earlier Report: Gunman Admit…
Hochul Signs Controversial ‘Clean Slate’ Law Sealing Most Criminal Convictions Hochul Signs Controversial ‘Clean Slate’ Law Sealing Most Criminal Convictions
Hochul Signs Controversial ‘Clean Slate’ Law Sealing Most Criminal Convictions Millions of New Yorkers will soon have their criminal convictions sealed under new legislation meant to better help them find jobs and housing. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the “Clean Slate Act” into law during a ceremony in Brooklyn on Thursday, Nov. 16. Under the new law, those with misdemeanor convictions will have their records sealed three years after their release from incarceration, while felony convictions will be sealed after eight years. Earlier Report: Suffolk County DA Accuses Lawmakers Of 'Protecting Criminals' With Proposed 'Clean Slate' Bill Class A felonies, which include m…
'It’s Time For Fresh Blood': Zeldin Not Running For RNC Chair, Calls For McDaniel's Ouster 'It’s Time For Fresh Blood': Zeldin Not Running For RNC Chair, Calls For McDaniel's Ouster
'It’s Time For Fresh Blood': Zeldin Not Running For RNC Chair, Calls For McDaniel's Ouster New York Congressman and former candidate for governor Lee Zeldin will not run for chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC), but says it’s clear the party needs new leadership. In a statement Wednesday, Dec. 7, Zeldin said “I won’t be running for RNC chair at this time with (current Chair Ronna) McDaniel’s reelection pre-baked by design, but that doesn’t mean she should even be running again.” Zeldin, who represents New York’s 1st Congressional District covering eastern Long Island, said he is grateful for all the messages he’s received encouraging him to run for the position. He …
Here's How Westchester Voted In Hochul-Zeldin Race Here's How Westchester Voted In Hochul-Zeldin Race
Here's How Westchester Voted In Hochul-Zeldin Race Now that the dust has settled following New York’s contentious governor’s race, election results show exactly where voters stand between newly-elected Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and her Republican opponent, Long Island Rep. Lee Zeldin. The following unofficial election results were taken directly from the New York State Board of Elections website on Thursday, Nov. 10, and represent the unofficial results reported by each County Board of Elections. Candidates with an asterisk are the projected winner. Capital Region Albany County: Hochul* by 59 to 41 percent (67,306 to 46,839 votes) C…
Trump-Backed NY GOP Candidate Zeldin Finally Concedes Race To Hochul Trump-Backed NY GOP Candidate Zeldin Finally Concedes Race To Hochul
Trump-Backed NY GOP Candidate Zeldin Finally Concedes Race To Hochul This story has been updated.  Republican Long Island Rep. Lee Zeldin has finally admitted defeat after New York’s Democratic incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul was declared the winner of the heated governor race.  Earlier Report - Hochul Elected To First Full Term As NY Governor, Defeats Trump-Backed Zeldin In a statement on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 9 from around 1:50 p.m., Zeldin congratulated Hochul on her victory.  "This race was a once in a generation campaign, with a very close margin in the bluest of blue states. The unrelenting passion and hard work of our grassroots volunteers and supp…
Hochul Elected To First Full Term As NY Governor, Defeats Trump-Backed Zeldin Hochul Elected To First Full Term As NY Governor, Defeats Trump-Backed Zeldin
Hochul Elected To First Full Term As NY Governor, Defeats Trump-Backed Zeldin This story has been updated. New York’s Democratic incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul has been elected to her first full term in office, fending off her Republican challenger, Long Island Rep. Lee Zeldin, NBC News projects. Hochul is leading Zeldin, who represents the state’s 1st Congressional District covering much of Suffolk County, by five percentage points, 52.7 to 47.3 percent, as of 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, with 93 percent of the vote counted. "I'm deeply honored to be elected Governor of the State of New York," Hochul posted on Twitter shortly after the race was called. BREAKING: I’m…
Some Pundits Now Project Sean Patrick Maloney Will Be First DCCC Chair To Lose Seat In 40 Years Some Pundits Now Project Sean Patrick Maloney Will Be First DCCC Chair To Lose Seat In 40 Years
Some Pundits Now Project Sean Patrick Maloney Will Be First Dccc Chair To Lose Seat In 40 Years As Democrats across the country brace for what many political pundits say could be a great night for Republicans,  five-term New York Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney is facing a tough battle to win the newly drawn 17th District. Maloney, who has served as chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) since 2021, trailed his Republican opponent, Assemblyman Mike Lawler, by six points, 46 to 52 percent, in one poll taken in late October 2022, Forbes reports.  In the weeks leading up to the election, Cook Political Report changed its rating on the 17th District race from “lean Dem…
New Poll Released For Heated Race In Congressional District Representing Parts Of Region New Poll Released For Heated Race In Congressional District Representing Parts Of Region
New Poll Released For Heated Race In Congressional District Representing Parts Of Region As Election Day draws closer, new polling continues to show a close race in New York’s new 19th Congressional District. Democrat Josh Riley holds a slight edge over his Republican opponent, Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro, 48 to 43 percent, according to a Siena College poll released Friday, Nov. 4. Earlier Report: Siena Poll Sheds Light On Race In New Congressional District Covering Part Of Capital Region The results mirror a Siena College poll conducted in early October 2022 that showed Riley leading Molinaro by five percentage points, 46 to 41 percent. The 19th Congressional D…
President Biden To Visit Westchester County, Report Says President Biden To Visit Westchester County, Report Says
President Biden To Visit Westchester County, Report Says Updated story: Biden's Visit To Cause Numerous, Lengthy Road Closures In Westchester President Joe Biden will soon visit Westchester County to support New York Gov. Kathy Hochul in her campaign, the Capitol Press Room reports.  The president will visit Yonkers in a Hochul campaign event scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 6 at 5 p.m., according to the Capitol Press Room.  The visit will come after similar appearances in New York by Vice President Kamala Harris and First Lady Jill Biden, the news outlet reports.  Biden also visited New York this year to support major economi…
New Polls Show How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Days Before NY Gubernatorial Election New Polls Show How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Days Before NY Gubernatorial Election
New Polls Show How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Days Before NY Gubernatorial Election With less than a week to go until Election Day, the race to be New York’s next governor remains close, according to new polling. Incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul has a 4.8 percent lead over her Republican challenger, Rep. Lee Zeldin, 49.8 to 45 percent, according to a Real Clear Politics (RCP) average of polls released Wednesday, Nov. 2. Hochul’s lead has shrunk dramatically since August 2022, when a RCP average of polls showed her leading Zeldin by 18 percentage points, 53 to 35 percent. Yet another poll, conducted by the Trafalgar Group with likely voters between Oct. 27 and 31, a…
This Heated Hudson Valley Congressional Race Could Be 'Election Night Surprise,' Report Says This Heated Hudson Valley Congressional Race Could Be 'Election Night Surprise,' Report Says
This Heated Hudson Valley Congressional Race Could Be 'Election Night Surprise,' Report Says New York’s governor’s race isn’t the only political matchup that could end up being closer than expected once all the ballots are counted, according to The Hill. The race to represent the 17th Congressional District - which includes all of Rockland County and portions of central and northwestern Westchester County - could end up being an election night surprise, the outlet said. Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, who chairs the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, is facing off against Republican State Assemblyman Mike Lawler in what some believe could be a political bellwether for the 202…
New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race For Governor Looks As Election Day Gets Closer New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race For Governor Looks As Election Day Gets Closer
New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race For Governor Looks As Election Day Gets Closer With just over a week until New Yorkers choose their next governor, incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul is maintaining her lead over Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin, new polling shows. Hochul garnered 50 percent support to Zeldin’s 44 percent in an Emerson College poll released Friday, Oct. 28. Earlier Report: New Poll Reveals Who NYers Favor In Governor's Race Based On Inflation, Crime, Abortion Four percent of respondents were undecided, while 2 percent said they plan to vote for someone else, pollsters said. Zeldin, who represents the state’s 1st Congressional District covering east…
New Poll Reveals Who NYers Favor In Governor's Race Based On Inflation, Crime, Abortion New Poll Reveals Who NYers Favor In Governor's Race Based On Inflation, Crime, Abortion
New Poll Reveals Who NYers Favor In Governor's Race Based On Inflation, Crime, Abortion As Election Day draws nearer, new polling is highlighting the issues that are top of mind for New York voters when choosing their next governor. Overall, incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul leads her Republican opponent, Rep. Lee Zeldin, by six points, 47 to 41 percent, according to a SurveyUSA poll released Thursday, Oct. 20. Earlier Report: Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll Four percent of likely voters said they plan to vote for another candidate, while 8 percent were undecided. Hochul’s lead has shrunk dramatically from August …
Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll
Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin is narrowing the gap between his Democratic opponent, incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul, in the race to be New York’s next governor. Hochul now leads Zeldin by just four points, 50 to 46 percent, according to a new Quinnipiac University poll of likely voters.  Earlier Report: New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches While Hochul enjoys a comfortable lead in New York City, 59 to 37 percent, the race is much tighter in the suburbs, with Zeldin receiving 50 percent and Hochul receiving 49 percent, the poll found. Among their parties…
New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches
New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches With just days left until New York’s two gubernatorial candidates face off in their only debate before the election, new polling indicates the race between Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin is tightening. Zeldin now trails Hochul by just 5.3 points, 43.7 to 49 percent, according to a rolling average of polls from Sept. 30 to Oct. 12 from RealClearPolitics (RCP). Earlier Report: Marist Poll Reveals How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Among Those Who Say They'll 'Definitely Vote' Nearly seven percent of voters remain undecided with just weeks left until the midterm elect…
New Poll Reveals How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Among Those Who Say They Will 'Definitely Vote' New Poll Reveals How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Among Those Who Say They Will 'Definitely Vote'
New Poll Reveals How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Among Those Who Say They Will 'Definitely Vote' With less than a month to go until New Yorkers choose their next governor, fresh polling shows Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul remains the favorite over her Republican opponent, Rep. Lee Zeldin. Hochul holds a 10-point lead over Zeldin, 51 to 41 percent, among registered voters statewide, including those who are undecided, according to a new Marist poll.  Earlier Report: Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election Among those who say they "will definitely vote," Hochul's lead is down to an eight-point edge over Zeldin, 52 to 44 pe…
Details Emerge After 2 Shot In Broad Daylight Outside NY Gubernatorial Candidate's Home Details Emerge After 2 Shot In Broad Daylight Outside NY Gubernatorial Candidate's Home
Details Emerge After 2 Shot In Broad Daylight Outside NY Gubernatorial Candidate's Home New details have emerged after two teenagers were injured in a broad-daylight shooting outside the home of New York Republican gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin, a US Congressman representing parts of Long Island. The incident happened around 2:20 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9 in Suffolk County in the hamlet of Shirley. Three teenagers were walking on Saint George Drive West when a dark-colored vehicle went by and an occupant fired multiple gunshots through the vehicle’s window, Suffolk County Police said. Two 17-year-old boys were struck and attempted to hide in the yard of a residence on the str…
Shooting Outside Home Of NY Gubernatorial Candidate Under Investigation Shooting Outside Home Of NY Gubernatorial Candidate Under Investigation
Shooting Outside Home Of NY Gubernatorial Candidate Under Investigation Updated story: Details Emerge After 2 Shot In Broad Daylight Outside NY Gubernatorial Candidate's Home A shooting near the home of New York gubernatorial candidate from Long Island is being investigated. Republican nominee Lee Zeldin, a Suffolk County congressman, says two people were shot in the incident outside his home on Sunday, Oct. 9.  "After my daughters heard the gunshots and the screaming, they ran upstairs, locked themselves in the bathroom and immediately called 911," Zeldin said in a statement posted on Twitter. "They acted very swiftly and smartly every step of the way an…
Brand-New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks As NY Gubernatorial Election Nears Brand-New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks As NY Gubernatorial Election Nears
Brand-New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks As NY Gubernatorial Election Nears With a little over one month until New Yorkers choose their next governor, new polling shows that Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul continues to be the favorite over her Republican opponent, Congressman Lee Zeldin. Hochul holds a 17-point lead over Zeldin, 54 to 37 percent, according to a new Siena College poll.  That’s up slightly from 53 to 39 percent in August 2022. Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election Among their parties, Hochul garnered support from 81 percent of Democrats while 77 percent of Republicans backed Zeldin. Howev…
Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election
Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election The debate stage is finally set between New York’s two gubernatorial candidates, Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin and current Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, though quarreling over the debates themselves drags on. On Wednesday, Sept. 21, Hochul’s campaign committed to a single, one-hour televised debate between Zeldin, which will take place Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. at Pace University in Manhattan. It will air on Spectrum News NY1. Earlier Report: 'Never Been In Question': NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Says She Will Debate Lee Zeldin “Governor Hochul looks forward to debating on Oct. 25 and highlighting…
DA Probes Alleged Fake Signatures Boosting GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin DA Probes Alleged Fake Signatures Boosting GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin
DA Probes Alleged Fake Signatures Boosting GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin An investigation is underway into thousands of duplicate signatures that reportedly ended up on nominating petitions to get Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin on a third-party ballot line in the New York governor’s race. Albany County District Attorney David Soares and the state Board of Elections are focused on John Haggerty Jr., a longtime Republican operative, the New York Post reports. Nearly 13,000 signatures submitted by Haggerty to get Zeldin on the Independence Party line in the general election in November 2022 were later thrown out. Earlier Report: 'Never Been In Question': NY Gov. Kat…
'Never Been In Question': NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Says She Will Debate Lee Zeldin 'Never Been In Question': NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Says She Will Debate Lee Zeldin
'Never Been In Question': NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Says She Will Debate Lee Zeldin New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has committed to a public debate with her Republican gubernatorial opponent, Lee Zeldin, putting to rest accusations by the Congressman that Hochul was too “scared” to do so. Speaking at a press briefing Monday morning, Sept. 19, Hochul, a Democrat, was asked by a reporter whether she would debate Zeldin ahead of the general election. “I’ve said all along I will,” she responded. “I said that the first time I was asked months ago. That’s never been in question.” Hochul said her campaign would be announcing its fall debate and event schedule “by the end of the wee…
Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On NY Gubernatorial Race Between Kathy Hochul, Lee Zeldin Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On NY Gubernatorial Race Between Kathy Hochul, Lee Zeldin
Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On NY Gubernatorial Race Between Kathy Hochul, Lee Zeldin With a little over three months until New Yorkers choose their next governor, new polling shows Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul appears to be the favorite over her Republican opponent, Congressman Lee Zeldin. Hochul holds a 14-point lead over Zeldin, 53 to 39 percent, according to a new Siena College poll. Among their parties, Hochul garnered support from 81 percent of Democrats while 84 percent of Republicans backed Zeldin. However, pollsters found that independents slightly favored Zeldin, 44 to 42 percent. “Hochul dominates in New York City, leading by nearly 50 points, while Zeldin has …
Man Who Attacked NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Now Being Held On Federal Charge Man Who Attacked NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Now Being Held On Federal Charge
Man Who Attacked NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Now Being Held On Federal Charge A 43-year-old man was arrested on a federal charge for attacking the New York gubernatorial candidate during a campaign event in western New York. David Jakubonis, a resident of Fairpoint, was charged with assaulting a member of Congress using a dangerous weapon for the incident involving New York Congressman Lee Zeldin, a Republican candidate for governor, according to a report from United States Attorney for the Western District Trini Ross on Saturday, July 23. The incident happened at an event on Thursday, July 21, in the Monroe County town of Perinton, Assistant US Attorney Brett Harvey…
Bizarre New Incident: NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Confronted By Flat Earther Bizarre New Incident: NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Confronted By Flat Earther
Bizarre New Incident: NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Confronted By Flat Earther Long Island Congressman Lee Zeldin, the Republican candidate for governor of New York, has confirmed that he’s squarely in the camp of those who believe that planet Earth is, in fact, round. The incident came just one day after Zeldin was attacked by a man with a pointed weapon at a campaign rally near Rochester. During a campaign stop the following day in Watertown on Friday, July 22, Zeldin was confronted by a man who identified himself as a Navy veteran before saying that he believed the planet is “truly flat and motionless” and that “NASA uses CGI animation” to fool everyone. Earlier…
'You're Done': NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Attacked By Man With Pointed Weapon 'You're Done': NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Attacked By Man With Pointed Weapon
'You're Done': NY GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Lee Zeldin Attacked By Man With Pointed Weapon Long Island Congressman Lee Zeldin, the Republican candidate for governor of New York, was attacked by a man with a pointed weapon at a campaign rally in western New York. Zeldin is shown in a video standing on the bed of a truck, speaking to supporters in a parking lot in Perinton, New York, near Rochester, on Thursday evening, July 21 when the man lunged at him and tried to pull him down by the arm.  Here is video of the attack involving Rep. Zeldin from witness Cody Crippen pic.twitter.com/Ur1CfpkdsS — Nick Reisman (@NickReisman) July 22, 2022 Several men then contained the attacker…
Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On Most Likely Matchup For NY Governor’s Seat Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On Most Likely Matchup For NY Governor’s Seat
Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On Most Likely Matchup For NY Governor’s Seat If Republicans in New York break their 16-year dry spell at the governor’s mansion, it will most likely be with Congressman Lee Zeldin, according to a fresh Emerson College poll. He garnered 34 percent support among likely Republican primary voters in the poll.  Zeldin, an officer in the US Army Reserve, represents the state’s 1st Congressional District covering eastern Long Island. He is a staunch supporter of former President Trump and was among the 147 Republicans in Congress who voted against certifying the results of the 2020 presidential election. His closest competitor, former…
Cuomo Third-Party Run Could Push Governor's Race To A Republican, New Poll Shows Cuomo Third-Party Run Could Push Governor's Race To A Republican, New Poll Shows
Cuomo Third-Party Run Could Push Governor's Race To A Republican, New Poll Shows The Democrats are in danger of splitting the vote and opening the door for a Republican gubernatorial candidate if former Gov. Andrew Cuomo opts to throw his hat in the ring as an Independent candidate, according to a newly released poll. An Emerson College Polling/PIX11/The Hill poll of eligible New York voters found that if Cuomo were to run as an Independent in the 2022 race for governor, a third would vote Republican. According to the poll, 33 percent of voters said they would vote for the Republican candidate, 33 percent for the Democratic candidate, 18 percent were unsure, and 16 perc…