2025 New York City Mayoral Election
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If you’re in line to run for reelection, stay in line!
As rumors swirled that Eric Adams was about to abandon his long-shot reelection campaign, the New York City mayor announced that he wasn't going anywhere – calling his rivals “spoiled brats.”
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Two more de Blasio alums join Mamdani campaign
Elana Leopold is a senior adviser and Louise Yeung is policy director.
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Binghamton mayoral race tests progressive appeal in key swing district
A maverick Republican mayor who criticizes ICE is facing a challenge from a progressive opponent backed by the Working Families Party.
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NYC politicians are chattering like their life depends on it!
Adams says he was NOT offered a job and Cuomo says he is NOT coordinating with Trump and Sliwa says he is HIRING and Mamdani wants you to SAY IT TO HIS FACE.
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Micah Lasher files to run for Congress
The Assembly member is Rep. Jerry Nadler’s favorite for his seat, and Nadler’s chief of staff is doubling as Lasher’s campaign treasurer.
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Eric Adams' big decision: Trump job or doomed reelection bid
After a busy day in Florida Tuesday, the mayor reportedly has an offer to consider.
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Bronx Democrats rally behind Zohran
“You can’t find a person in this crowd that has had unilateral ascent on anything, so we shouldn’t look for that. We should look for commonality,” Bronx Dems Chair Jamaal Bailey said.
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State Legislature in store for some major reshuffling
Retirements and local electoral wins could reshape the Democratic makeup of the 2027 state legislative class.
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New York’s consulates bring in the world
Consuls provide passports and tourist visas, while blending advocacy and, oftentimes, gentle diplomacy to further a nation’s domestic and foreign interests.
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Canadian tourists aren’t crossing the border to visit NY amid Trump tensions
“We love you. It wasn’t us, it was him,” Gov. Kathy Hochul told our northern neighbors.
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Nadler, retiring, leaves highly anticipated void in Manhattan politics
Into which scores of ambitious Manhattan electeds could leap.
Policy
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How much authority will the court-appointed Rikers boss actually have? Applicants want to know
The deadline for the city and the Legal Aid Society to submit recommendations for a Rikers “remediation manager” is Friday.
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Stefanik attends clambake fundraiser ahead of potential run for governor
The Republican congressional representative criticized Hochul over her opposition to fracking.
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Hochul officially shifts into campaign mode
Gov. Kathy Hochul is out with her first reelection ad, which pits her squarely against President Donald Trump.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
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At least a dozen PACs are looking to spend on the NYC mayoral race
Pro-Cuomo, pro-Mamdani, anti-anyone but Jim Walden? There’s a committee for pretty much everyone.
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Oberacker to challenge Riley in NY-19
The Republican state senator informed local GOP leaders of his plan to run against swing seat Democratic Rep. Josh Riley.
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Latest haul: Mamdani posts $1 million+ in private donations
The Democratic nominee for mayor continues to rake it in.
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Indictment: For home renovations, a TV cameo, catering and cash, Ingrid Lewis-Martin traded her influence
The former chief adviser to Eric Adams and the “Lioness of City Hall” was charged with corruption again on Thursday.
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Eric Adams’ son made a zombie rap film with Argento son
Tony and Gina Argento were indicted by the Manhattan district attorney Thursday. Their son and nephew Tony has an artistic relationship with Jordan Coleman.
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