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Shapiro's Re-election at Risk Amid Funding Crisis

10/6/2025

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Shapiro faces re-election headwinds after Senate Republicans rejected his $51.5 billion spending plan, jeopardizing state funding.
Counties and schools may need to borrow, risking essential services such as mental health and foster care.
In New York, Democrats led by Gov. Kathy Hochul face criticism, while Republicans struggle to gain traction, despite talk of Elise Stefanik's potential candidacy.

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Story summary

Shapiro faces re-election headwinds after Senate Republicans rejected his $51.5 billion spending plan, jeopardizing state funding.
Counties and schools may need to borrow, risking essential services such as mental health and foster care.
In New York, Democrats led by Gov. Kathy Hochul face criticism, while Republicans struggle to gain traction, despite talk of Elise Stefanik's potential candidacy.