New York is getting extra attention this year as Democrats in the solidly blue state work to avoid the red wave that hit certain congressional districts in 2022. As New York takes center stage less than a week out from Election Day, Republicans are spending a good deal of time here.
While former President Donald Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally Sunday is unlikely to tip New York’s electoral votes in his direction, Republican congressional candidates have a lot riding on turnout as House of Representatives control is almost certain to run through the Empire State.
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will both make appearances in several of New York’s battleground districts at the end of the week…