New York
Inside the dramatic departure of New York City Hall’s top lawyer
A series of disagreements with Eric Adams’ office led to the ouster of the corporation counsel, whose permanent replacement has not been named.
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The Squad is shrinking. Now what?
Jamaal Bowman’s allies on the left blame AIPAC spending for his loss. Other progressives say he was a weak candidate. The next test: Cori Bush’s August primary.
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Albany
House Democrats feared a New York City toll plan. Hochul reversed it.
The move stoked anger among left-leaning Democrats and was ridiculed by gleeful Republicans.
City Hall
New York leaders agree on $112B city budget after bruising debate
The agreement capped a tumultuous process of Mayor Eric Adams, whose approval took a hit over proposed spending cuts.
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New York City to restore library funding in impending budget
Previous reductions to cultural institutions will be reversed under a new budget deal announced Thursday.
Why Hakeem Jeffries isn’t that upset about Jamaal Bowman’s loss
The party leader endorsed his embattled colleague, but has also taken on Bowman’s liberal allies in other New York Democratic skirmishes.
New York City plans cellphone ban in schools
The move in the nation’s largest school district comes amid growing warnings about the danger social media poses to children.
City Comptroller Brad Lander said child care will likely be top of mind for voters in next year’s election.
Hakeem Jeffries ally in New York Legislature beats back socialist challenge
DSA picked up an Assembly seat in Queens but saw Bowman lose big.
Incumbent New York state legislators enjoy a quiet primary
Just one incumbent lost in what has been a historically sleepy primary night.
Mannion wins Democratic primary in battleground upstate New York House seat
He now faces one of the nation’s most vulnerable Republican House members in Brandon Williams.
Democrats in Long Island primary prioritize democracy. Suburban voters may not.
An ex-CNN host and chemist are fighting for the chance to take on Trump-endorsed Nick LaLota in a suburban area that has leaned GOP.
AOC, Sanders and other progressives rally for Bowman. Will it be enough?
A prominent pro-Israel group looks to unseat Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) in the most expensive House primary in the country’s history.
Siena poll: Voters like Hochul’s congestion pricing pause but dislike Hochul
The survey found 45 percent of voters support her suspension of the plan, compared to 23 percent against it.
Racism, lying allegations fly in final Latimer-Bowman debate
Four takeaways from the showdown between Latimer and Bowman.
Hochul’s bet against congestion pricing is backfiring
Blocking an unpopular New York City toll program has alienated many of the governor’s key supporters.
Hillary Clinton greeted with ovation at Tony Awards
She introduced a musical number from “Suffs” during the live telecast.
Jamaal Bowman’s challenger is the Cher of suburban New York
The movement politician faces a widely known challenger with deep local ties in addition to the pro-Israel group’s millions.
Hakeem Jeffries fights to fend off the socialists on his lawn
The Democratic leader is deeply involved in a local legislative race as he works to protect yet another ally from a DSA challenge.