Kathy Hochul: Winning Congress is the Best Firewall for Federal Funding

Midterm Elections and Federal Funding

• 🎯 Winning Congress in the upcoming midterm elections is presented as the most effective firewall to protect future federal funding for state programs.
• 💡 Governor Hochul emphasizes that securing a Democratic majority is crucial to "stop the insanity" and ensure continued federal support.

State Investments and Federal Reliance

• 🚀 Despite potential shifts in federal funding, New York is continuing to make key investments, such as the IBX project.
• ⚠️ While acknowledging the need for federal dollars, Hochul believes these are a "short blip" and that the state can manage until they are needed again.