NY governor blamed for 'lack of leadership' as railroad strike disrupts more than 300,000 commuters
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is facing criticism for her handling of the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike, which has disrupted service for over 300,000 commuters. Gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman has accused her of poor leadership and failing to build trust with unions. The strike, involving five unions and approximately 3,700 workers, has significant financial implications, potentially costing the state $60 million daily.
- ▪The Long Island Rail Road strike has left over 300,000 commuters without service.
- ▪Gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman criticized Governor Kathy Hochul for her leadership during the strike.
- ▪The strike is the fourth in the rail line's history and involves around 3,700 workers.
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Media NY governor blamed for 'lack of leadership' as railroad strike disrupts more than 300,000 commuters Blakeman says Hochul treats workers 'as if they were servants' and has failed to build trust with unions By Taylor Penley Fox News Published May 17, 2026 5:00pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video NY gubernatorial candidate calls out Hochul over LIRR strike fallout New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman criticizes Gov. Kathy Hochul's handling of the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike, accusing her of poor leadership. Blakeman points to the state's financial woes and the potential $60 million daily cost of the strike, impacting hundreds of thousands of daily commuters.
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