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NYU College Republicans President Resigns After Remarks About Barron Trump
A Vanity Fair interview about Barron Trump led to the resignation of NYU’s College Republicans president.
US Department of Transportation Axes NYC Congestion Pricing
The department halted a NYC toll plan, citing no free option for drivers and its revenue-generating focus for a public transportation system.
Panel Investigating Andrew Cuomo Is Constitutional: New York Court
New York’s highest court backed the Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government.
Gov. Hochul Considers Removing NYC Mayor Adams From Office
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is set to meet with city leaders after four of Eric Adams’s deputies quit.
Four Senior Aides to New York City Mayor Resign
Mayor Eric Adams confirmed the resignations.
Adams Denies Alleged Deal With DOJ to Drop Corruption Case
The NYC mayor’s statement was in response to a claim in the resignation letter of Danielle Sassoon, the former acting Manhattan U.S. attorney.
US Attorney Explains in Letter Why She Refused to Drop Charges Against NYC Mayor
Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove had ordered Danielle Sassoon to drop the charges, saying the the fairness of the proceedings had been jeopardized.
NY Governor Rejects Louisiana Extradition Request for Abortion Pill Doctor
The Louisiana case is believed to be the first instance of criminal charges filed across state lines against a doctor for prescribing abortion pills.
NYC Mayor Adams Says in Tucker Carlson Interview That Democrats Abandoned Him
Adams tied his indictment on bribery and corruption charges last year to his decision to speak out against the illegal immigrant surge in New York City.
NYC Mayor Says He Didn’t Discuss Legal Case With Trump During Florida Meeting
Adams said he hopes to boost the partnership with the incoming government in efforts to make New York City ’safer, stronger, and more affordable.’
Trump Names Joseph Nocella Jr. as US Attorney for New York’s Eastern District
The Nassau County judge would replace Breon Peace, who was nominated by President Joe Biden in August 2021.
New York to Charge Fossil Fuel Companies for Greenhouse Gas Emissions
New York becomes the second state to enact a ‘polluter pays’ Climate Change SuperFund Act. New Jersey, California, and Maryland could be next.
Eric Adams’s Former Chief Adviser Indicted on Bribery Charges
Ingrid Lewis-Martin has claimed she is innocent and denied any illegal activity.
Top Adviser to New York City Mayor Resigns
Ingrid Lewis-Martin becomes the latest top-ranking member of the embattled administration to step down as authorities continue their investigation.
Trump Campaign Strategist Alex Bruesewitz Collapses on Stage at New York Gala
Trump campaign adviser Alex Bruesewitz worked with Barron Trump to boost the former president’s outreach to young people.
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner Files to Run for New York City Council
After a number of sexting scandals and a criminal conviction, the former congressman files to campaign for Lower Manhattan’s District 2 seat.
New York AG James Won’t Drop $454 Million Civil Fraud Case Against Trump, Office Says
Her office submitted a letter to Trump’s attorneys, indicating they will keep pursuing the civil case.
