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New York lawmakers who have been kicked off their committees

Rubén Díaz Sr.'s newly created For-Hire Vehicles Committee will be dissolved following his anti-gay comments — but he's not the only politician to be kicked off of their committee.

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Will Albany Dems be their own worst enemy?

Experts assess the issues that could divide the state Senate Democrats – and the long-term effects.

Andrew Cuomo

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Poll: Is a civil war brewing among the state Senate Democrats?

Long Island Democrats reportedly complained about the opposition to Amazon’s HQ2. How serious is the rift?

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Who DOESN'T want to be mayor?

The candidates for New York City Public Advocate are trying to convince us they're not running for mayor.

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A wrench in the Amazon deal, taking a jail to court and a new substitute NYCHA head

Michael Ginaris is Amazon enemy number one, Bill de Blasio unveils the 2019-20 budget, there's a new NYCHA head in town and the state faces a budget shortfall in This Week's Headlines.

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Fact-checking the NYC public advocate debate

Fact-checking the NYC public advocate debate, including assertions by Jumaane Williams, Melissa Mark-Viverito, Nomiki Konst and others.

New York City

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What to know about NYC’s $92.2 billion budget

New York's budget is larger than all but two states, but still feeling the pinch of Wall Street volatility.

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Amazon is the new Trump in first official public advocate debate

Amazon was the new Trump in the first official New York City public advocate debate.

New York City

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What can Amazon do to sell its HQ2 plan in New York City?

Experts weigh in on the Amazon's $3 billion deal to build another headquarters in Queens and compare it to similar battles in New York City’s history.

New York City

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What to watch for in the public advocate debate

The New York City public advocate special election race has narrowed as candidates try to separate themselves in the first debate.

New York State

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Democratic state legislators’ constitutional moves

A slate of proposed amendments aim to update the state’s antiquated constitution.

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Danny O’Donnell falsely claims public advocate endorsements

New York City public advocate candidate Assemblyman Danny O’Donnell incorrectly claimed at least two elected officials were endorsing his run for higher office. Now one is denying he endorsed O’Donnell and another is endorsing his opponent.

Labor

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Poll: Will Amazon ultimately build HQ2 in Queens?

What will it take to get everyone on board with Amazon building its HQ2 in Queens?

New York State

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New York state Legislature’s top outside earners

The New York state senators and Assembly members who stand to lose the most under the outside income cap.

New York City

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NYCHA agreement, Child Victims Act and Amazon in the hot seat

It was cold in New York, but Amazon was feeling the heat, while the feds reached a NYCHA agreement with the city in This Week's Headlines.

New York State

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New York delegation lands prime House committee assignments

Most New York members of Congress will serve on House committees corresponding to their districts and interests. Pelosi detractors will not.

Andrew Cuomo

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Which new Democratic laws will make the biggest difference in Albany?

Experts weigh in on the most politically significant legislation advancing in Democratic-controlled Albany, which bills could backfire, and the biggest spending fights.

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The church’s non-repent for the Child Victims Act

Cardinal Timothy Dolan continues to make the church seem like the victim.