New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado Will Not Run with Kathy Hochul in 2026

Delgado's decision follows months of public disagreements with Hochul and signals potential future political ambitions.

Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado announced he will not seek reelection alongside Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026, citing a desire to explore other options in state government.
Delgado criticized political leadership for prioritizing power and special interests over public service, though he denied directly targeting Hochul in his remarks.
The decision follows a series of public rifts, including disagreements over President Joe Biden’s reelection bid and New York City Mayor Eric Adams' resignation.
Hochul’s office responded by stating Delgado has shown a lack of interest in performing his duties and began reallocating his responsibilities.
Delgado has left open the possibility of running for another office, with speculation about a gubernatorial bid or congressional campaign.