Westchester Political News Sample

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New York City Mayor

1. Bill de Blasio throws jilted ex-gal pal Nomiki Konst a bone by endorsing her client in bid to topple NY Rep. Ritchie Torres - New York Post, (Bill de Blasio), November 18, 2025
2. Eric Adams, Still the Mayor, Is Increasingly Out of Office - The New York Times, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
3. Huntington Man Denies Being De Blasio Impostor - MSN, (Bill de Blasio), November 18, 2025
4. 'Left here holding the bag': Former Eric Adams aide is sentenced after mayor's case is dismissed - abcnews.go.com, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
5. Adams Boosts Budget, Leaving a $4.7 Billion Hole for Mamdani - THE CITY - NYC News, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
6. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison time as federal judge addresses 'elephant in the room' - AP News, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
7. Outgoing NYC Mayor Eric Adams flying around the world on taxpayer-funded trips hunting for his next job - New York Post, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
8. Eric Adams Aide Sentenced in Campaign Fundraising Scheme — With the Mayor’s Absence Noted - THE CITY - NYC News, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
9. His successor wants to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu. NYC Mayor Eric Adams just sat down with him in Israel. - Jewish Telegraphic Agency, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
10. Ex-Aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams Avoids Prison Term for Soliciting Illegal Campaign Gifts - WKTV, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
11. Jessica Tisch Has Earned Her Seat at Eric Adams's Table of Success - Hell Gate, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
12. Eric Adams meets with Netanyahu on taxpayer-funded Israel trip as he rips Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani - New York Post, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
13. Former Adams Aide Sentenced to Home Confinement on Conspiracy Charge - The New York Times, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
14. Red flags for NYC budget: Fiscal watchdog, City Council sound alarm over Mayor Adams’ final budget update ahead of Mamdani takeover - amNewYork, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
15. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison time as federal judge addresses 'elephant in the room' - Ottumwa Courier, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
16. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison term for soliciting illegal campaign gifts - The Killeen Daily Herald, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
17. NYC Mayor Adams Heads to Uzbekistan in Final Weeks in Office - The Times Of Central Asia, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
18. Ex-Adams aide dodges prison for defrauding taxpayers in campaign scheme - New York Post, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
19. Outgoing NYC Mayor Adams Says He’s Concerned About Safety of Jewish New Yorkers Under Successor Mamdani - Algemeiner.com, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
20. At End of Term, Mayor Adams Makes Emotional Visit to Kosel - Anash.org, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
21. Eric Adams warns of rising antisemitism and a 'dangerous' new era in New York - Ynetnews, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
22. Trump’s border czar Tom Homan warns NY will see boost in ICE enforcement ahead of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani taking office - New York Post, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
23. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams sentenced to 3 years probation in straw donor scheme - The Daily Gazette, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
24. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison term for soliciting illegal campaign gifts - Times West Virginian, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
25. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison time as federal judge addresses 'elephant in the room' - thedailystar.com, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
26. ICE stepping up operations in NYC over sanctuary city status, White House border czar Tom Homan says - CBS News, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
27. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison term for soliciting illegal campaign gifts - Newswav, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
28. Ex-Adams aide Mohamed Bahi sentenced to 3 years probation in straw donor scheme - New York Daily News, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
29. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison time as federal judge addresses 'elephant in the room' - Waco Tribune-Herald, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
30. Ex-aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams avoids prison time as federal judge addresses 'elephant in the room' - Temple Daily Telegram, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
31. Op-Ed | Expanding these ACS programs will help more young people living in foster care build new lives - amNewYork, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
32. PM Netanyahu meets with Mayor of New York Eric Adams Ministry of Foreign Affairs - www.gov.il, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025
33. Trump’s border czar Tom Homan warns NY will see boost in ICE enforcement ahead of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani taking office - AOL.com, (Eric Adams), November 18, 2025

1. NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordability - WKMG, (Andrew Cuomo), November 18, 2025
2. 2026 Governor’s race: Hochul holds big lead on Stefanik in new poll – but loses some ground - amNewYork, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
3. Exclusive | Gov. Kathy Hochul announces another NY prison closure as facilities grapple with dire staffing crisis - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
4. Poll shows Hochul’s favorability has decreased, but she maintains lead over other candidates - WBNG, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
5. Siena poll: Hochul leads, but Stefanik gaining - WWNY, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
6. Hochul juggles taxes, potential universal child care phase in and shifting fiscal ground - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
7. NY Gov. Hochul’s tells Trump boots on the ground is bad for business - WSKG, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
8. Poll: Hochul leads Stefanik in New York governor's race - The Center Square, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
9. Kathy Hochul to announce NY prison closure as she grapples with staffing crisis - AOL.com, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
10. New poll shows Hochul maintaining significant lead in N.Y. governor's race - CBS News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
11. Is Mamdani helping Hochul's chances in the NY governor's race? - FOX 5 New York, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
12. New Sienna poll shows Hochul's lead over Stefanik narrows in New York - WPTZ, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
13. NY Gov. Kathy Hochul enlists Wall Street execs to talk Trump out of sending National Guard to NYC: report - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
14. Morning Briefing in Central New York: Nov. 18 - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
15. Elise Stefanik gains ground on Gov. Hochul in head-to-head 2026 matchup — as more independents lean red: poll - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
16. Morning Briefing in the Capital Region and HV: Nov. 18 - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
17. Kathy Hochul’s endorsement of Zohran Mamdani is backfiring spectacularly - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
18. Siena poll: Hochul maintains early lead over Stefanik; Delgado struggles - Buffalo Toronto Public Media, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
19. Liberal pols, DSA warn Gov. Kathy Hochul to back Zohran Mamdani’s agenda – or get booted from office: ‘Third strike, you’re out!’ - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
20. Op-Ed: New York puts a price on children’s lives (and refuses to pay it) - The Center Square, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
21. New York Still Needs Fossil Fuels. Energy Policy Hits Reality. - Barron's, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
22. Siena poll: Hochul’s edge holds as Stefanik gains; Schumer hits 20-year low - Times Union, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
23. 2026 Governor’s race: Hochul holds big lead on Stefanik in new poll – but loses some ground - PoliticsNY, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
24. NYSCA awards $63M to arts and culture nonprofits - Sun Community News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
25. Hochul calls NYC mayoral race fallout ‘hysteria’ - The Hill, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
26. New poll shows Hochul with wide lead in governor's race, but Stefanik gaining ground - Buffalo News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
27. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman challenges Hochul to draw line as DSA pressures her to back Zohran Mamdani tax hike - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
28. ‘Families of missing persons cannot afford silence’ - The River Reporter, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
29. Nassau County leaders speak out against proposed corporate tax hike - PoliticsNY, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
30. New Siena poll: Hochul leads Stefanik by double-digits - Olean Times Herald, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
31. Hochul: SUNY enrollment sees increase for third consecutive year - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
32. Hochul highlights multi-agency partnership to support Crash Responder Safety Week - Saratogian, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
33. Nassau County leaders speak out against proposed corporate tax hike - LI Press, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
34. Hochul awards $63 million in arts and culture grants - WIVT - News 34, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
35. Hochul job approval slips but maintains 20-point lead over Stefanik in potential gu­ber­na­torial matchup, Siena poll says - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
36. HEAP deadline delayed again - Adirondack Daily Enterprise, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
37. Buffalo is broke and needs a bailout, Ryan says - Capitol Confidential with Dan Clark, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
38. Siena: Hochul still leads Stefanik, Schumer hits all-time low - NEWS10 ABC, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
39. Feds recount seizing cash, cars, jewelry from former Cuomo-Hochul staffer - Courthouse News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
40. Siena poll shows Hochul has dominating lead over opponents for gov. race - FOX 5 New York, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
41. New law gives Syracuse Airport more tools to attract aviation professionals - WSTM, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
42. Anti-casino rally in Flushing draws hundreds in protest of casino developer, Gov. Hochul and Sen. Liu - qns.com, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
43. Can Stefanik beat Hochul in NY governor’s race? See latest poll numbers - Syracuse.com, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
44. NY Voters Shift Dramatically In Hochul–Stefanik Gubernatorial Showdown, Poll Shows - dailyvoice.com, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
45. Morning Briefing in Buffalo: Nov. 18 - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
46. MTA Chair Janno Lieber; Climate Advocates & Gov. Hochul; Sen. Andy Kim; Friendsgiving | The Brian Lehrer Show - WNYC, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025
47. Environmental Groups Sue to Stop Hochul's Revival of Thrice-Rejected Gas Pipeline - Hell Gate, (Kathy Hochul), November 18, 2025

1. Central New York secures $9.28M to upgrade to low and zero-emission buses - WSTM, (Kirsten Gillibrand), November 18, 2025
2. Bennet, Murray, Warren, Gillibrand, Colleagues Call on Trump Administration to Immediately Halt Plans to Upend Key Homelessness Program - U.S. Senator Michael Bennet (.gov), (Kirsten Gillibrand), November 18, 2025
3. Legislation aims to bolster flood protection - TheDailyNewsOnline.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), November 18, 2025
4. Schumer pushes for quick Senate vote on bill to release Epstein files - NBC10 Philadelphia, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
5. Will Chuck Schumer keep his job? - The Week, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
6. Chuck Schumer is the most unpopular he’s ever been — as senator is urged to step down, bruising new poll shows - New York Post, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
7. US Senate unanimously approves bill to force release of Epstein files - Anadolu Ajansı, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
8. Sen Schumer News Conference on Epstein Files Vote - C-SPAN, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
9. U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer joins area business owners in Jefferson County to slam ongoing trade war with Canada - Flack Broadcasting, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
10. Ro Khanna criticizes Chuck Schumer as Democrats seek new leaders - Diya TV, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
11. Chuck Schumer Hits Record Low Approval, Faces Pressure from Democrats - VINnews, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
12. Sen. Chuck Schumer delights in 'rebellion' against Trump over Epstein files - WAAY 31 News, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
13. Schumer will push Senate to ‘immediately’ pass Epstein files bill - The Hill, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
14. U.S. Senate passes bill to release Epstein files, heads to Trump's desk - The Center Square, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
15. Schumer dismisses ‘unhinged’ Trump ‘ramblings’ on direct health care payments - The Hill, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
16. Are Democrats done with Chuck Schumer? CNN reporter makes stunning prediction about Senate leader’s future - NJ.com, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
17. Furious progressives swarm Schumer's job as Democratic leader - Axios, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
18. VIDEO: US Senate approves Epstein file release unanimously - Australian Broadcasting Corporation, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
19. US Senate unanimously approves bill to force release of Epstein files, sending it to Trump's desk - TRT World, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
20. What Schumer, Lawler, Latimer and other NY politicians said on Epstein files vote - Lohud, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
21. 🚨 🇺🇸 BREAKING: SENATE UNANIMOUSLY SENDS EPSTEIN FILES BILL TO TRUMP FOR SIGNATURE The Senate just cleared the Epstein disclosure bill without a single objection, hours after the House's 427-1 vote. Chuck Schumer's unanimous consent g - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
22. Stephen A Smith calls out AOC, Schumer, Newsom for ignoring invitations to his show - New York Post, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
23. 🚨🇺🇸 BREAKING: SENATE PASSES EPSTEIN FILES BILL, SENDING IT TO TRUMP Chuck Schumer just rammed the Epstein disclosure bill through the Senate using unanimous consent, daring any Republican to block it. None did. The legislation now races t - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
24. Chuck Schumer answers a reporter asking why the Epstein files weren’t released when former US president Joe Biden was in office. - facebook.com, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
25. Poll: Fewer Like Schumer; Support Grows for Taxing NY’s Top Earners, NYers Still Divided on Trump's Immigration Policy - Long Island Life & Politics, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
26. Senate unanimously agrees to send bill demanding Epstein file release to Trump's desk - AOL.com, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
27. Why Democrats can’t stay united — even in victory - Salon.com, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
28. Opinion: Is this the end of Chuck Schumer? - MSN, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
29. Schumer says he'll move to pass Epstein bill 'immediately' in Senate - Fox News, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
30. Schumer argues for renewed national parks funding in visit to Saratoga bat­tle­field - Spectrum News, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025
31. Column: The shutdown was a study in government dysfunction - Chicago Tribune, (Chuck Schumer), November 18, 2025

1. Judge tosses DoJ lawsuit challenging a New York law barring immigration agents from state courts - The Independent, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
2. NY AG Tish James says Lindsey Halligan might have botched her grand jury indictment — in addition to Comey’s - New York Post, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
3. Letitia James asserts ‘outrageous government conduct’ in latest motion to dismiss her case - Yahoo, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
4. Letitia James pleads with judge for crucial discovery of Trump admin communications as she details 'illegal and unethical' origins of bank fraud indictment - Law and Crime News, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
5. Letitia James Accuses ‘Trump Directed Quartet’ of ‘Shocking’ Conduct as She Faces Possible Prison Time for Mortgage Fraud - The New York Sun, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
6. New York issues consumer alert on utility protections - WETM, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
7. AG James reminds New Yorkers of home utility rights ahead of winter - WRGB, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
8. Fannie Mae officials saw no evidence of mortgage fraud against Letitia James, filing shows - Reuters, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
9. Lisa Cook, Letitia James rebuke mortgage fraud allegations - The Hill, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
10. Letitia James cites ‘outrageous government conduct’ in motion to dismiss fraud charges - Syracuse.com, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
11. Letitia James slams Trump administration's "illegal and unethical behavior" as she fights indictment - tag24.com, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
12. Judge Dismisses Trump’s Challenge of New York Law Barring Court Arrests - The New York Times, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
13. Fed Governor Lisa Cook Says Housing Official Worked With Trump to Tarnish Her - The New York Times, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
14. New York AG Letitia James' Lawyers Say Fannie Mae Probe Found No 'Clear And Convincing Evidence' In Fraud Review: Report - Benzinga, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025
15. Fannie Mae Officials Question Basis of Fraud Case Against Letitia James - Yahoo News UK, (Letitia James), November 18, 2025

1. Attorney General James Secures Approval of Purdue Bankruptcy Plan, Attorney General: New York, November 18, 2025
2. Attorney General James Reminds New Yorkers of Home Utilities Rights Ahead of Winter Season, Attorney General: New York, November 18, 2025
3. Attorney General James Successfully Defends New York’s Protect Our Courts Act, Attorney General: New York, November 18, 2025
4. La Fiscal General James Exitosamente Defiende ‘Ley de Protección de Nuestras Cortes de Nueva York’, Attorney General: New York, November 18, 2025

1. Harckham, Volunteers Host Food Drive in Mount Kisco and Collect 3,000 Pounds of Food - The New York State Senate (.gov), (Peter Harckham (D)), November 18, 2025
2. Harckham, State Legislators, Environmental Advocates and Labor Leaders Call for $500 Million in Water Infrastructure Investments - The New York State Senate (.gov), (Peter Harckham (D)), November 18, 2025
3. Harckham and Levenberg call on governor to ‘hold the line’ on water infrastructure investments - Mid Hudson News, (Peter Harckham (D)), November 18, 2025

1. Councilman Simcha Felder Visits Chaverim Headquarters - Boro Park 24, (Simcha Felder), November 18, 2025

1. Press Release: Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis Votes to Reopen Government Through January 30th - Quiver Quantitative, (Nicole Malliotakis), November 18, 2025
2. Malliotakis Statement on Government Reopening, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis - New York, 11th (R), November 18, 2025
3. Rep. Max Rose is fighting for his life in a nasty House race - AOL.com, (Max Rose), November 18, 2025

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1. “Dark money groups pour cash into fight over gerrymandered Missouri congressional map”, November 19, 2025
2. “Citing extraordinary circumstances, Chester County will count the vast majority of provisional ballots cast after Election Day chaos”, November 19, 2025
3. “Why is American democracy in such peril?”, November 19, 2025
4. My New One at Slate with Matthew Cooke: “Republicans Are Suing to Kill California’s Pro-Democratic Gerrymander. They Have a Huge Problem.”, November 18, 2025
5. 11th Circuit Affirms District Court’s Dismissal of Trump’s Defamation Case Against CNN, November 18, 2025
6. Breaking: Federal Court on 2-1 Vote Blocks Texas from using new Congressional Gerrymander for 2026 Midterms, Requires Using 2021 Maps (Link to ruling), November 18, 2025
7. “Election Officials Press Trump Administration Over Voter Data”, November 18, 2025
8. Governor Abbott Relents on Special Election, November 18, 2025
9. “The Supreme Court’s new voting case will test its supposed nonpartisanship”, November 18, 2025
10. Bruce Cain on A Reform Agenda for a Polarized Era, for NYU’s Democracy Project, November 18, 2025
11. “A Milestone for Improving America’s Elections”, November 18, 2025