Republican US Representative Elise Stefanik is weighing a run for New York governor in 2026, a person familiar with the matter said. Stefanik, who represents a mostly rural region upstate, was originally tapped by President Donald Trump to become ambassador to the United Nations in November.

Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., is exploring a bid for governor of New York, according to two sources familiar with the matter. One of the sources said that Stefanik is seriously considering a run after receiving encouragement from Republicans in New York, members of the Trump world and GOP donors.

Republican U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik is considering running for governor of New York next year, according to a person familiar with her plans.