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NYC voters unimpressed by Eric Adams’ handling of crime: poll
The mayor’s approval rating on crime declined from 49% in February to 37% by the end of April.
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Wanting to be a deputy mayor, Peter Koo ends up a senior advisor
New York City Mayor Eric Adams gave former Council Member Peter Koo a job in his administration, just as he’s done for others who endorsed his campaign.
New York State
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What Delgado’s exit from Congress means for Democrats
Rep. Antonio Delgado’s appointment to lieutenant governor leaves open a vulnerable swing seat Democrats may struggle to keep as district lines remain uncertain.
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Benjamin pledges to remove himself from the ballot
The former lieutenant governor offered his first public comments since his arrest on corruption charges
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5 things to know about Amazon and New York’s fraught history
The online retail behemoth and the Empire State had clashed long before workers voted to unionize at a Staten Island Amazon facility on Friday.
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In the redistricting chaos, will Hochul see an opening?
Legislative changes to petitioning are reportedly on the table – and with them could come Albany “sausage-making.”
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The courts tossed new district maps. Now what?
New York’s 2022 primaries are about to get very messy.
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Hochul wants to replace Brian Benjamin on the ballot. Will the Legislature let her?
Time is running out for the Legislature to approve a bill that would get Brian Benjamin off the primary ballot.
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Gov. Hochul’s job approval rating dips to new low: poll
Crime and the economy are top-of-mind for voters.
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With 19 days left in the session, NY state lawmakers’ agendas are crammed
Clean Slate and “good cause” eviction are two of the most high-profile bills the Legislature is considering after passing the state budget.
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Independent runs for governor or LG? Not so fast
With upheavals and rumors complicating this year’s election cycle, state law makes it difficult to play electoral musical chairs.
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Suozzi calls Florida’s 'Don’t Say Gay' law 'reasonable'
Asked on a conservative radio talk show about the controversial law, Rep. Tom Suozzi leaned into right-wing talking points about not wanting teachers discussing sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Why Queens Assembly Member Brian Barnwell isn’t seeking reelection
He’s tired of politics and mad that bail reform didn’t go farther – and now his allies have picked former COS Steven Raga for the ballot
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Who will Hochul appoint as lieutenant governor?
Inside the governor’s search for her new No. 2 – who probably can’t serve for long.
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Benjamin’s resignation makes LG race the one to watch
Diana Reyna and Ana Maria Archila are both seeing their chances improve dramatically.
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Hochul addresses Benjamin resignation: “It was very unfortunate”
The governor has made moves to protect herself from the political fallout from the downfall of her former lieutenant governor, who has pleaded not guilty to federal corruption charges.
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Some notable details from the federal indictment of Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin
Brian Benjamin has pleaded not guilty to all charges outlined in the 23-page document.
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Calls grow for Brian Benjamin’s resignation following arrest
The lieutenant governor turned himself in on Tuesday and was later indicted on five counts related to a campaign finance bribery scheme.
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There aren’t any good options for getting Brian Benjamin off the primary ballot
Gov. Kathy Hochul chose him, and despite his recent indictment, she’s sort of stuck with him now.
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