Rep. Mike Lawler has decided not to run for New York governor after many months of speculation.
Lawler will seek reelection to the House. He addressed the decision in an interview with News 12's Senior Reporter Tara Rosenblum.
Lawler currently serves in New York's 17th Congressional District that includes Rockland and Putnam counties, as well as most of Westchester County and some of Dutchess County. The Republican has also been a member of the New York State Assembly.
Fellow Republicans Rep. Elise Stefanik and Nassau County Bruce Blakeman have also been discussed as possible contenders for New York governor.
Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul has already announced that she is running for a second term as governor.