Supporters gather at a political rally for Michael Henry's campaign for Attorney General.
Republican Michael Henry launches his rematch campaign for New York Attorney General against incumbent Letitia James. With strong fundraising and a focus on public accountability, Henry critiques James’ tenure as one plagued by partisan politics and personal vendettas, particularly regarding her legal actions against former President Trump. As he looks to build on his previous electoral support, the race highlights key issues facing New Yorkers, amidst a heavily Democratic backdrop.
In the bustling city of New York, fresh political winds are stirring as Republican Michael Henry embarks on his ambitious rematch campaign against the current New York State Attorney General Letitia James. Henry is gearing up for the 2024 election, looking to make waves and turn the tide after his previous attempt in 2022, where he managed to snag an impressive 45% of the vote but ultimately lost by a hefty margin of 500,000 votes.
Henry is hitting the ground running with his fundraising efforts, already attracting contributions from about 6,000 donors. Notably, more than 1,200 New Yorkers have joined the cause, seeking to take advantage of the public matching funds program that will be available for the first time statewide. This new initiative allows for a 6 to 1 matching on donations. For instance, a modest $25 donation can skyrocket to an impressive $175—and a $100 gift can balloon to a whopping $700!
In his campaign launch, Henry has come out swinging, asserting that James’ tenure has been marred by partisan misconduct. He believes that the Attorney General’s office should be serving the *general public*, rather than catering to political agendas. His administration plans to shift the focus back to the people and away from the “political operatives” he feels have hijacked the office.
Henry did not hold back in his criticism of James’ activities, particularly highlighting her high-profile legal pursuits against former President Donald Trump. He argues that her actions represent a misuse of her position—a personal vendetta that he feels undermines her role as a public servant. Adding fuel to the fire, James is currently dealing with backlash over allegations of mortgage fraud, with scrutiny over claims she falsified records to secure better loan terms. Henry is demanding accountability, hinting that more evidence regarding her questionable activities could soon come to light.
Henry’s previous campaign was seen as quite the spectacle, especially in a state that leans heavily Democratic. He managed to gather around 2.6 million votes, proving he can hold his own in a tough political landscape. Now, he’s looking to capitalize on what he sees as James’ shortcomings. He accuses her of neglecting crucial issues affecting New Yorkers, such as rising antisemitism, unrest at Columbia University, and the ongoing migrant crisis.
In his eyes, James has failed to be the champion for the public and has instead focused on her political career, emphasizing her actions as unjust and politically motivated. This narrative seems to be central to Henry’s campaign platform as he seeks to rally support to unseat James and restore what he believes should be the true mission of the Attorney General’s office.
In response to Henry’s allegations, a spokesperson from James’ campaign insists that she remains *dedicated to fighting for everyday New Yorkers*. They assert that her commitment to holding powerful interests accountable stands firm, even in the face of political criticism.
After the 2022 election, Henry had aimed for the position of state Republican Party chairman but faced defeat. Nevertheless, he continues to actively engage within GOP circles. With the 2024 election approaching, all eyes will be on this rematch to see if Henry’s strategies and his portrayals of James will resonate with voters this time around.
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