New York Representative Elise Stefanik has announced she is suspending her campaign for governor and will not seek re-election to Congress. In a message to supporters, Stefanik cited her desire to focus on her family, particularly her young son, as the primary reason for her decision. She reflected on her time in Congress, where she became known for her stance against antisemitism and her high-profile questioning of university leaders, which led to the resignations of several Ivy League presidents. Stefanik also acknowledged the challenges of running in a competitive Republican primary in New York and suggested it would not be a productive use of resources. Her departure from both races comes as other Republican candidates, such as Bruce Blakeman, enter the gubernatorial contest.