Kathy Hochul
Kathy Hochul, born in 1958, is an American politician serving as the 57th Governor of New York since 2021. She made history as the first female governor of the state, succeeding Andrew Cuomo. Hochul's political career includes serving as a U.S. Representative for New York's 26th congressional district from 2011 to 2013 and as the Lieutenant Governor of New York from 2015 until her ascension to the governorship. Her tenure as governor has been marked by efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic, economic recovery, and social justice issues. Hochul's leadership emphasizes bipartisan collaboration, healthcare accessibility, and environmental sustainability.