Debra Messing Endorses Republican Bruce Blakeman for NY Governor

Actress Debra Messing, a longtime Democrat, has endorsed Republican Bruce Blakeman for New York governor, breaking with incumbent Democrat Kathy Hochul. Messing cited the city's decline and high costs as reasons for her support. Messing, who previously backed Hillary Clinton and Cynthia Nixon, praised Blakeman at a Manhattan fundraiser, saying he is "what we need." She highlighted economic struggles, utility costs, and the $9 congestion pricing toll, while also noting her concerns about safety for Jewish residents. Blakeman, the Nassau County executive, thanked Messing for her courage and has proposed eliminating taxes on the first $50,000 of income for single filers and $100,000 for couples. His plan aims to aid rural communities feeling neglected by Albany.