Kathy Hochul Stands in the Way of ICE
Scott Jennings
Wed, Oct 14, 2026
By Scott Jennings, Townhall.com
Governor Kathy Hochul is engaged in a heated debate with Republican Bruce Blakeman over several critical issues, including energy costs and immigration enforcement. Blakeman criticizes Hochul's record, highlighting high utility rates and her sanctuary policies that prevent local law enforcement from cooperating with ICE. Blakeman argues that these policies invite criminals into the state and prevent effective crime prevention. The discussion also touches on the consequences of implementing Hochul's immigration policies, questioning who gets notified and who takes custody when local police encounter illegal aliens who have committed serious crimes. This exchange underscores the importance of evaluating politicians based on their actual policies and their practical outcomes.