Elise Stefanik is taking a hard stand against New York’s sanctuary policies, blasting Governor Kathy Hochul for putting illegal immigrants before law-abiding citizens. The Republican congresswoman says Hochul’s far-left agenda has turned New York into a magnet for illegal border crossers, fueling crime and draining resources. Stefanik argues these policies have made streets less safe while taxpayers foot the bill for housing and benefits for migrants.
Stefanik just introduced a new bill with Congressman Nick Langworthy to cut federal funding from sanctuary cities. The legislation would punish local governments that refuse to cooperate with ICE, forcing them to choose between protecting criminal illegals or keeping taxpayer dollars. “Sanctuary cities shield violent offenders while hurting working families,” Stefanik said, accusing Hochul of enabling chaos.
The bill comes as cities like LA face riots linked to unchecked illegal immigration. Stefanik warned New York could face similar violence if Hochul’s policies continue. She highlighted recent attacks, including a Molotov cocktail assault on a Holocaust survivor in Colorado by an illegal immigrant. “This is what happens when Democrats open our borders,” Stefanik said, tying the attack directly to Biden and Hochul’s “failed leadership.”
Hochul’s sanctuary policies have reportedly overwhelmed shelters, schools, and hospitals. Stefanik claims social services meant for veterans and seniors are now diverted to illegals. She slammed the governor for pushing a $9 congestion tax on drivers while spending millions housing migrants in luxury hotels. “Hochul cares more about illegals than hardworking New Yorkers,” Stefanik declared.
New York’s economy is crumbling under single-party Democrat rule, according to Stefanik. She cited record-high taxes, suffocating regulations, and a mass exodus of families and businesses. “Hochul prioritizes illegals over fixing this mess,” Stefanik said, noting the state’s population decline. She accused Democrats of importing anti-American values through lax border policies.
Stefanik is rallying support to oust Hochul in 2026, calling the governor “out of touch” with everyday struggles. At recent GOP events, crowds chanted “Fire Hochul!” as Stefanik vowed to restore law and order. She’s positioning herself as a Trump-style fighter ready to take back New York from radical leftists. “This is Trump country now,” she told Staten Island Republicans.
The congresswoman praised President Trump’s executive order banning foreign nationals from universities like Harvard, calling it a needed step to protect American interests. She contrasted this with Hochul’s push to grant illegals driver’s licenses and voting rights. “Democrats want illegals to replace conservative voters,” Stefanik claimed, framing 2026 as a battle for New York’s soul.
Stefanik ended with a direct appeal to patriots: “Enough is enough. We will save New York from Hochul’s destruction.” Her message resonates with voters tired of rising crime, unaffordable living costs, and open-border extremism. As the 2026 race heats up, Stefanik promises to fight for safe streets, secure borders, and American values.
