Kathy Hochul, Ritchie Torres

Rep. Ritchie Torres says he's "open to" running for New York governor after criticizing Hochul
United States Rep. Ritchie Torres says he's "open to" running for governor in New York after questioning the actions of Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams.
Ritchie Torres seeks to raise statewide profile amid biting Kathy Hochul criticism
ALBANY, New York — Rep. Ritchie Torres will conduct a tour of New York as he considers a run for governor — and sharply criticizes fellow Democrat Gov. Kathy Hochul as a liability on par with President Joe Biden before he dropped his presidential bid.
Ritchie Torres criticizes Gov. Hochul's leadership
Congressman Ritchie Torres has criticized Governor Kathy Hochul, calling her governance “erratic and chaotic” and hinting at a potential run against Hochul in the 2026 Democratic primary, citing voter frustrations and concerns over public safety and congestion pricing.
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Ritchie Torres has a shot to take down Hochul or Adams, thanks to common-sense leadership
A clear sign there is still hope for New York comes with the news that Bronx Congressman Ritchie Torres, a Democrat, is considering challenging either Mayor Adams next year or Gov. Hochul in
Could Hochul be challenged? Rep. Ritchie Torres hints at possible gubernatorial bid
Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres may challenge fellow Democrat Gov. Kathy Hochul in the 2026 governor’s race, citing a “leadership crisis” in New York. While he hasn’t made a final decision, Torres argued that President-elect Donald Trump’s gains in traditionally Democratic areas reflect voter dissatisfaction with state leadership.
Is Ritchie running? Bronx Congress member Torres slams Hochul online, calling for Democratic challenger to governor in 2026
Bronx US Rep. Ritchie Torres (D) appeared to all but say Friday that he would mount a challenge to Gov. Kathy Hochul in the 2026 Democratic primary. Torres, who has been rumored to be considering a run for governor himself,
Ritchie Torres slams NY Dems for 'government failure' after suspected murder spree
The New York City Department of Corrections, Rep. Torres wrote, is responsible for releasing triple murder suspect Ramon Rivera early.
Rep. Ritchie Torres criticizes Hochul’s leadership, hints at gubernatorial ambitions
N.Y., took to social media Friday to criticize Governor Kathy Hochul, likening her to President Joe Biden in his perceived denial of electoral vulnerabilities. Torres warned that Hochul’s unpopularity could make her susceptible to losing the 2026 gubernatorial race,
Rep. Ritchie Torres distances himself from past lefty positions on immigration while eying run for NY governor
Weighing a run for governor, Bronx Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres is distancing himself and even repudiating positions he took in a 2022 endorsement questionnaire backing mass amnesty for illegal aliens,
Hallelujah! Torres, Lawler = real talent running for NY gov in ‘26
Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-Bx.) is on an all-out tear against Gov. Kathy Hochul and the entire state Democratic establishment.
NY Dem Rep. Ritchie Torres dubs Gov. Kathy Hochul 'the new Joe Biden,' warns of potential 2026 election loss
Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres described New York Gov. Kathy Hochul as "the new Joe Biden" and warned of a possible 2026 ...
Rep. Ritchie Torres won’t rule out running against Gov. Hochul in 2026
Rep. Ritchie Torres on Wednesday refused to rule out mounting a 2026 Democratic primary challenge to Gov. Hochul.
Rep. Ritchie Torres claims ‘no greater hypocrite’ in NY than Gov. Kathy Hochul as Dem weighs primary challenge
Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres claims there's "no greater hypocrite' in New York politics than Gov. Kathy Hochul.-- after the ...