Politics

Politics

Lying isn’t a crime, so will George Santos face any consequences?

The Long Island Republican is set to take his seat in Congress next week, despite fabricating his entire resume.

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Politics

Votes for Lee Zeldin outnumbered registered Republicans in most New York City Assembly districts

Diving into the numbers shows Republicans doubled their support in the governor’s race New York City by flipping Democrats and independents.

New York City

Politics

What’s Eric Adams’ plan for Albany in 2023?

Last year’s state legislative session was a mixed bag for the New York City mayor. Jan. 1 gives an opportunity for a better session.

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Politics

New York political predictions for 2023

Will any incumbents lose? What’ll be the biggest issue in Albany? We asked the experts.

New York State

Politics

After Santos bombshell, politicos have one question: Where was the oppo?

The Long Island Congress member-elect allegedly made up his entire resume. No one noticed

New York State

Politics

New York lawmakers most likely giving themselves a raise this week

The $20,000 salary bump would come with rules limiting how much money lawmakers can make with their side hustles.

New York State

Politics

The new state lawmakers in the 2023 legislative session

It’s a majority-Republican first-term class. One of them chose a military helicopter for a Patronus, and they believe in free will over fate.

Kathy Hochul

Opinion

Opinion: The data is clear - Kathy Hochul must return to the political center

An analysis of election results and two recent polls show divisive issues like criminal justice reform and calls by some Democrats to “defund the police” nearly handed a win to the GOP in the midterms.

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Policy

A guide to the most powerful state Legislative committees

What are the various committees in the state Senate and Assembly? How do they work?

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Politics

New York senators sign onto their staffers’ unionization effort

The New York State Legislative Workers United circulated a letter of solidarity among their bosses in the state Senate, garnering bipartisan support.

New York State

Updated Politics

New York’s political turncoats

The long, proud history of politicians switching parties.

New York State

Politics

Brian Benjamin partially cleared on federal charges

A federal judge dismissed bribery and wire fraud accusations against the former lieutenant governor.

Campaigns & Elections

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Ari Kagan and Justin Brannan are off to the Coney Island races

New York City Council Member Ari Kagan switched parties to Republican, which could set up 2023 a general election showdown between incumbents.

Heard Around Town

Politics

No “pushback” against two Brooklyn leaders, as Rep. Hakeem Jeffries ascends

The Brooklyn Congress member will be House Democratic leader, while neighbor Chuck Schumer remains U.S. Senate majority leader.

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Politics

Republican Brooklyn Assembly member-elect voted in Manhattan last year

Lester Chang has to have established residency in Brooklyn within six days after last year’s election to be eligible for the Assembly seat he just won.

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Politics

New York budget director to leave for new gig in Puerto Rico

Robert Mujica is trading in his fiscal responsibilities in New York in favor of financial oversight of Puerto Rico

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Politics

Jay Jacobs responds with letter signed by over 40 county chairs

His support among the upper ranks of the state Democratic Party lacks three county chairs in New York City.