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flag New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado dropped his 2026 gubernatorial bid, citing no path to beat Gov. Kathy Hochul.

flag New York Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado has ended his 2026 gubernatorial campaign, citing a lack of a viable path forward against incumbent Governor Kathy Hochul. flag He made the announcement on February 10, 2026, and will continue serving as lieutenant governor. flag Delgado, who launched his independent bid in June 2025, failed to secure the Democratic Party’s endorsement and would have needed to collect thousands of petition signatures to appear on the primary ballot. flag His running mate, India Walton, also suspended her campaign. flag Hochul, who selected Adrienne Adams as her new running mate, is expected to face Republican Bruce Blakeman in the November general election. flag Delgado pledged ongoing support for Democratic efforts to oppose former President Trump and advance equity and affordability in New York.

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