Politics

Politics

Cuomo’s lawyer asks James to recuse herself from probes

The ex-governor’s attorney Rita Glavin said the state Attorney General ‘forced’ Cuomo’s resignation.

Campaign Confidential

Politics

Gale Brewer is late to the City Council speaker race. Is she worth the wait?

The outgoing Manhattan borough president is hoping a wealth of experience will appeal to the new council.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Analysis: Jumaane Williams shifts dynamics in governor’s race

Williams is courting voters on Hochul’s turf and threatening James’ turnout in all-important Brooklyn.

News & Politics

Politics

March toward good cause eviction continues in Poughkeepsie

As statewide tenant organizers announce their legislative agenda, another upstate city approved new tenant protections.

New York State

Politics

Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown faces backlash after winning write-in campaign

Progressives say the movement to oust Brown from the Democratic National Committee serves as a warning to the establishment.

Politics

Politics

Hochul adds more Latinos to her administration

The governor is diversifying her Cabinet and appealing to key constituencies in her bid for a full term.

New York State

Politics

How chapter amendments are helping Gov. Kathy Hochul keep legislators happy

Requesting changes to legislation helps any governor avoid vetoes that might antagonize the state Legislature.

Andrew Cuomo

Breaking News Politics

AG James releases hundreds of pages of transcripts, evidence in Cuomo sexual harassment probe

The documents were published Wednesday on James’ website and include the former governor's interview with investigators.

Campaign Confidential

Politics

Can another Adams lead New York City?

Adrienne Adams is making her case for City Council speaker, but she’s got some catching up to do.

Andrew Cuomo

Politics

Albany sheriff is accused of mishandling Cuomo probe

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s lawyer called for an independent investigation into allegations that County Sheriff Craig Apple leaked grand jury information.

Politics

Politics

Who had a better Somos: Letitia James or Gov. Kathy Hochul?

Both 2022 candidates for New York governor made appearances, but state Attorney General Letitia James consistently got there earlier and stayed later, building momentum for her bid.

Politics

Politics

The developing storylines at Somos

A few narratives are emerging from the Democratic conclave in Puerto Rico.

New York City

Politics

It was a good year for electing women to the New York City Council – including Republican women

The New York City Council’s new female majority looks like it’ll include three Republican women, two of whom flipped Democratic seats.

New York State

Politics

New York Democrats process 2021 losses at Somos

Between mojitos, elected officials discussed divergent visions for the Democratic party going into 2022.