New York governor candidates clash over energy costs in debate

Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman offered competing visions for controlling electricity prices in New York, where residential bills have risen 10% in the past year.

First covered Oct 14, 2026 · 1:17 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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27d Inside Climate News New York Candidates for Governor Clash Over Energy Policy — Incumbent New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman clashed over high energy costs in the state’s only gubernatorial debate, offering…

Primary sources

dps.ny.gov New York's Summer Energy Outlook

eia.gov Rankings (eia.gov)

governor.ny.gov Governor Hochul Announces Energy Rebate Checks Going to 8.2 Million New York Households Starting Next Week

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Appeared in: 2026-10-15 (#18)

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