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Siena Poll: Hochul leads Stefanik in potential gubernatorial election

Siena Poll: Hochul leads Stefanik in potential gubernatorial election
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — 2026 is a big year for New Yorkers with the governor's office up for election.

A new Siena College poll shows Governor Kathy Hochul has a 47% to 24% lead over Congresswoman Elise Stefanik in a potential gubernatorial election.

Hochul is also heavily favored in the Democratic party over Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, with 49% of New York democrats saying they'd select Hochul.

The poll also shows Hochul's approval rating hasn't changed much since last month.

Stefanik headlined a packed Republican fundraiser in Erie County on Monday. She delivered a pointed message about the future of New York State and signaled she may soon be running for governor.

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