President Trump on Saturday endorsed Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman for Governor of New York. Trump’s endorsement follows Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) suspending her campaign and announcing she will not seek re-election in Congress. BREAKING: Elise Stefanik Suspends Campaign For New York Governor, Announces Decision On Congressional Future "Bruce is MAGA all the way, and has been with me from the very beginning. As Nassau County Executive, he is working tirelessly with the Brave Heroes of ICE, Border Patrol, and Law Enforcement to Keep Our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Safeguard our Community, and Ensure LAW AND ORDER," Trump said on Truth Social. "As your next Governor, Bruce will continue to fight hard to Grow the Economy, Cut Taxes, and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Champion American Energy DOMINANCE, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, Advance Election Integrity, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment!" Trump continued. "Bruce Blakeman is a FANTASTIC guy, will win the big November Election and, without hesitation, has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Governor of the ONCE GREAT STATE OF NEW YORK (IT CAN BE GREAT AGAIN!). BRUCE BLAKEMAN WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!" he added. Full post: Fox News shared further: Blakeman serves as Nassau County Executive, leading New York’s largest suburban county. He has positioned himself as a tough-on-crime executive and a vocal critic of New York’s immigration and criminal justice policies. Trump framed the endorsement as part of a broader effort to reclaim what he described as a state in decline under Democrat Gov. Kathy Hochul's leadership. "I am grateful and blessed to have the endorsement of President Donald J. Trump," Blakeman said. I am grateful and blessed to have the endorsement of President Donald J. Trump. pic.twitter.com/S4n6PcfYSs — Bruce Blakeman (@NassauExec) December 20, 2025 More from the New York Post: The president’s unequivocal praise came after he spoke highly of both candidates for the previous two weeks – and could serve to discourage any further primary drama or even clear the field, after Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) left the door open to taking another look at the race. “I’m going to take a little bit of time before I comment further as to what I may or may not do,” he told CNN in the minutes after Stefanik’s shock Friday announcement. Lawler had earlier endorsed Stefanik. His office didn’t respond to a request for comment Saturday. Hochul accused Blakeman of “taking presidential a**-kissing to new heights.” “Donald Trump endorsed Bruce Blakeman for one reason: he’ll put Trump first, New York last, and leave families to foot the bill. Take it from Trump, Blakeman is ‘MAGA all the way’” Hochul Campaign Spokesperson Sarafina Chitika said in a statement.