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Political, SNY July 1, 2025

Early Look at 2026: Hochul Leads 3 Potential Republican Challengers by 20-25 Points; Hochul Does Not Hit 50%; More than ¼ of Voters Undecided

Hochul Maintains Huge Lead Over Delgado and Torres with Dems; Stefanik Has Large Lead Over Lawler, Huge Lead Over Blakeman with Reps Majority Continues to Support Medical Aid in Dying,…

Hochul Approval/Favorability Ratings Up a Little; Favorability Best Since Jan. ’24; Majority: Hochul Works Hard, Demonstrates Honesty & Integrity; Plurality: Gets Things Done, Provides Decisive Leadership and Cares About People Like You

New York Times/Siena Poll: New York City Mayoral Race

Hochul Approval & Favorability Ratings Up a Little; Hochul Lead Over Stefanik In 2026 Race Falls to 14 Points, 45-31%, from 23 Points, 47-24%, in June; Voters Say if Stefanik Runs & Is Elected Gov, It Would Be Bad for NY,49-37%

NY Consumer Sentiment Up 3 Points, Still Trails 4 Points From Last Year; National Index Up But Remains 15 Points Below Optimism/Pessimism Breakeven Point

Considering Everything Trump is Doing Domestically & In Foreign Affairs, By 54-33%, Voters Say Trump’s Actions Will Not Make America Great

Early Look at 2026: Hochul Leads 3 Potential Republican Challengers by 20-25 Points; Hochul Does Not Hit 50%; More than ¼ of Voters Undecided