Hochul says Stefanik would've been a tougher GOP opponent than Blakeman in surprising swipe

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul suggested that Rep. Elise Stefanik would have been a tougher Republican opponent than GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman this fall, in a surprising swipe at her rival. Hochul's comments imply that Stefanik's conservative stance and strong voting record make her a more formidable challenger.