Medium severityOngoingMar 1, 2026
Outmigration and "high-net-worth" remarks
Hochul has cited housing costs for outmigration and at times appealed to wealthy former residents to return while opposing new taxes on the wealthy.
Both sides, sourced
The case on each side
Defenders argue
Hochul argues keeping high earners protects revenue and that housing is the core driver.
Critics argue
Critics say data show broad outmigration and call her stance inconsistent.
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Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Nonpartisan accountability