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Jewish News 24 · Oct 27, 2026

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Tuesday that her job would be “a lot easier” if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu loses the election, arguing that his handling of the war in Gaza has contributed to tensions and concerns about antisemitism in New York. In an interview with Politico Magazine published Tuesday, Hochul said she privately cautioned Israeli leaders against going too far in their response to Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attack.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Tuesday that her job would be “a lot easier” if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu loses the election, arguing that his handling of the war in Gaza has contributed to tensions and concerns about antisemitism in New York. In an interview with Politico Magazine published Tuesday, Hochul said she privately cautioned Israeli leaders against going too far in their response to Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attack.

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