GOP Headquarters in Albany Vandalized Again with Nazi Imagery

The New York State Republican Party’s Albany headquarters has been vandalized with Nazi imagery for the second time in two weeks, prompting condemnation from party leaders and calls for stronger denunciations of political violence. The most recent incident involved the word 'Nazis' being written on the building, while earlier acts included swastikas and signs challenging the party’s stance. Party officials, including Chair Ed Cox and House Republican Leadership Chair Elise Stefanik, described the acts as deliberate escalations of political hatred intended to intimidate Republicans and threaten staff. Albany Police are investigating the incidents, which have heightened concerns about the wellbeing of employees and guests. Republican leaders urged Governor Kathy Hochul and other Democratic officials to denounce such acts and recommit to civility and respect in political discourse. The GOP expressed appreciation to law enforcement and called for the perpetrators to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.