Delgado May Pursue New York Governor Bid in 2026

New York Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado announced he will not run with Governor Kathy Hochul in the 2026 election, suggesting he may pursue a gubernatorial run. Delgado expressed his commitment to serving New Yorkers and hinted at exploring future opportunities in state government. His relationship with Hochul has been strained, publicly diverging on issues such as President Biden's reelection and Mayor Eric Adams' resignation. Hochul's administration criticized Delgado for neglecting his duties, stating they had already begun searching for a new running mate and reassigned Delgado's responsibilities. Delgado, a former U.S. representative, assumed the lieutenant governor role in 2022 after Brian Benjamin's resignation under corruption charges. Hochul thanked Delgado for his service and wished him well in his future endeavors.