Trump Boosts Bruce Blakeman in NY Gubernatorial Race

President Trump boosts Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman in the New York gubernatorial race, citing a "surge" in polls despite the state's Democratic lean.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 14, 2026, 9:23 AM EDT

Source: Just the News

The Endorsement: Truth Social Momentum

On April 14, 2026, President Trump used his Truth Social platform to amplify Bruce Blakeman’s candidacy. Trump described the Nassau County Executive as "one of the best politicians in the U.S.," urging voters to "watch him work his magic" as the campaign season intensifies. This follows a formal endorsement initially granted in December 2025, solidifying Blakeman as the presumptive Republican nominee with no significant primary opposition.

The Platform: "Safest County" vs. State Trends

Blakeman is centering his campaign on public safety and criminal justice reform, frequently citing his record in Nassau County. Under his administration, Nassau was branded the "safest county in America" by several outlets, a metric Blakeman intends to scale statewide to counter concerns over crime in New York City and other urban hubs.

The Polling Discrepancy

While Trump’s post claimed Blakeman is "surging," the actual polling data presents a more complex picture: