New York Governor Debate: Hochul Vows Not to Mandate COVID-19 Vaccines for Children ‘At This Time’

Incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul participates in a debate against Republican candidate for New York Governor Lee Zeldin hosted by Spectrum News NY1, Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, at Pace University in New York. AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, Pool

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has vowed not to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for children “at this time,” saying the decision will ultimately be down to the state Legislature.

Hochul, a Democrat, made the comments during a debate on Tuesday against her opponent in the gubernatorial race, Long Island Republican Lee Zeldin, ahead of the midterm elections.