Blakeman courts deep-pocketed NY elite at Hamptons power breakfast — pledges to rid of Hochul and Mamdani’s tax on 2nd homes
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman sought support from wealthy donors at a Hamptons breakfast event. He emphasized his commitment to eliminating a proposed tax on luxury second homes in New York City, which resonated with the affluent audience. Blakeman's campaign platform also included pledges to end New York's sanctuary state status and lower utility bills.
- ▪Blakeman addressed over 80 CEOs and philanthropists at a nonpartisan business breakfast hosted by John Catsimatidis.
- ▪He promised to eliminate the controversial 'pied-à-terre tax' on luxury second homes owned by non-residents.
- ▪Blakeman's campaign also includes plans to block an increase in New York's inheritance tax.
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Metro exclusive details Blakeman courts deep-pocketed NY elite at Hamptons power breakfast By Rich Calder Published May 23, 2026, 4:30 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman courted deep-pocketed donors in the Hamptons Saturday with his pledge to eliminate Gov. Kathy Hochul’s and Mayor Mamdani’s planned tax on luxury second homes. The Nassau County executive rubbed elbows with more than 80 CEOs, philanthropists and other power brokers who gathered for the latest nonpartisan business breakfast hosted by billionaire supermarket and media mogul John Catsimatidis at hotspot 75 Main in Southampton.
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