Trump on Long Island to back Blakeman in heated New York governor's race
President Trump is visiting Long Island on Friday to support Bruce Blakeman, a Republican county executive running for governor. Trump plans to give a speech focusing on crime. The visit is expected to disrupt evening traffic and may draw protests.
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Part of The 2026 New York governor race: Kathy Hochul vs. Bruce Blakeman
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3 sourcesTrump touts nationwide drop in crime, praises Blakeman during Long Island visit
Trump to join Bruce Blakeman on Long Island today to tout crime stats
President Trump to visit Nassau amid Bruce Blakeman’s run for governor
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4 sourcesTrump on Long Island to back Blakeman in heated New York governor's race
President Trump to rally support for Blakeman during Long Island visit
President Trump's visit to Long Island on Friday could bring traffic, protests
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1 sourceTrump will tour Nassau’s ‘state of the art’ police facilities with NY GOP governor hopeful Blakeman
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3 developments- Aug 10President Trump to visit Long Island this week: Blakeman
- Aug 13Long Island prepares for President Trump visit: What to know
- Aug 14Trump on Long Island to back Blakeman in heated New York governor's race
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