# Trump rallies New York crowd for Republican Bruce Blakeman's bid

> Trump rallies New York crowd for Republican Bruce Blakeman's bid to replace Gov. Kathy Hochul.
- Title: Trump rallies New York crowd for Republican Bruce Blakeman's…
- Summary: Trump rallies New York crowd for Republican Bruce Blakeman's bid to replace Gov. Kathy Hochul. Trump rallies New York supporters for Republican Bruce…
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- Source: Fox News — https://foxnews.com/politics/trump-rallies-new-york-crowd-republican-bruce-blakemans-bid-replace-gov-kathy-hochul
- Author: Jasmine Baehr
- Published: 2026-10-09T00:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: trump, bruce blakeman, kathy hochul, new york, republican, governor, midterm elections, election rally, news, politics
## Trump returns to New York
President Donald Trump returned to his home state of New York on Friday night to rally supporters for Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman.
## Trump pledges economic benefits
Trump promised lower taxes, cheaper energy and safer streets by electing Republicans up and down the ballot.
## Trump supports Blakeman
Trump took Blakeman's challenge to Democrat Governor Kathy Hochul as the centerpiece of the rally, promising direct support from Washington if elected.
## Blakeman pledges tax cuts
Blakeman promised to cut taxes and utility bills, focus on public safety and make New York more attractive to businesses and families.
## Mike Tyson appearance
Legendary former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson made a brief on-stage appearance at Trump's rally, saying he would never be there without Trump.

> I'm just happy to be up here with my president, President Trump. And, there's no way in the world I would ever be here if it wasn't for a president like Donald Trump.
## Trump supports congressional candidates
Trump pledged support for Republican congressional candidates Kailee Buller and Anthony Constantino in New York's 22nd and 21st districts.
## Election Day approach
With Election Day approaching, Trump urged Republicans to make a roaring showing at the ballot box by electing a Republican House and Senate.
## Key takeaway

Trump rallies New York supporters for Republican Bruce Blakeman's bid to replace Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul in November's midterm elections.