New York State Political News Sample

NEW YORK ELECTION NEWS

New York City Mayor

1. Bill de Blasio: There Will Be A Long Period Of "Healing And Renewal" When Trump Leaves Office - Yahoo, (Bill de Blasio), August 22, 2026
2. Why Mayor Mamdani Can't Quit NYPD Commissioner Tisch - Hell Gate, (Eric Adams), August 22, 2026

1. Zeldin warns against banning data centers in US, citing China - The Hill, (Lee Zeldin), August 23, 2026
2. SUNY grad student fees eliminated for campus workers, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announces - SILive.com, (Kathy Hochul), August 23, 2026
3. Genesee County community protests data centers construction - 13wham.com, (Kathy Hochul), August 23, 2026
4. GOP Senators Blast Hochul Victim Funding Cuts - The South Shore Press, (Kathy Hochul), August 23, 2026
5. ‘Pay attention to New York, not Israel’ Hochul tells Zohran Mamdani in NYT interview - The Jerusalem Post, (Kathy Hochul), August 22, 2026
6. Exclusive | Parents at NYC school near toxic Gowanus Canal demand Hochul resign for endangering kids - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), August 22, 2026
7. Adrienne Adams discusses campaign work, relationship with Gov. Hochul - Spectrum News NY1, (Kathy Hochul), August 22, 2026
8. Gov. extends special invite to Canadian travelers - Sun Community News, (Kathy Hochul), August 22, 2026
9. Letter: Gov. Hochul, Let Us Plug In - Shawangunk Journal, (Kathy Hochul), August 22, 2026
10. Knicks owner, who once supported Democrat Gov Hochul, now biggest GOP donor in New York - voz.us, (Kathy Hochul), August 22, 2026
11. How New York’s Second-Home Tax Turned Into a Headache for Mamdani - The New York Times, (Kathy Hochul), August 22, 2026
12. ACC Launches Ad Highlighting Rep. Nick Langworthy’s Leadership on Recycling and Manufacturing - American Chemistry Council, (Nick Langworthy), August 21, 2026
13. Sandra Lee Returns to Old Andrew Cuomo Home to Roast ‘Lazy’ Yard - Yahoo, (Andrew Cuomo), August 21, 2026
14. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's business-friendly data center plan - Axios, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
15. Local 153 Executive Board Member, Lynn Brooks, meets with Governor Kathy Hochul to discuss the worrying expansion of AI in the workplace - OPEIU Local 153, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
16. If Kathy Hochul really cares about affordability, she’ll do this - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
17. Hochul urges Mamdani to focus on NYC over Israel - Jewish Telegraphic Agency, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
18. O’Mara, Senate Minority Conference call on Governor to restore critical funding for NY’s Child Advocacy Centers, Rape Crisis Centers and Domestic Violence Centers - The New York State Senate (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
19. Rep. Ritchie Torres Secures $10M for Bronx Heart Attack Care - Legis1, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
20. Hochul extends invite to Canadians - WWNY, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
21. Hochul Campaign Premieres Two New Commercials - Long Island Life & Politics, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
22. New York Gov. stresses oversight as state takes over Bills stadium lease - Sports Business Journal, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
23. 'Focus On New York, Not On Israel' Governor Of New York Tells Mayor Mamdani - i24NEWS, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
24. Knicks owner bankrolled Hochul. Now he's the GOP's biggest donor in New York. - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
25. Governor Hochul Extends Invitation to Canadian Travelers to Visit New York State - WebWire, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
26. Hochul's campaign ads, Blakeman's upstate stops top NY governor's race - Lohud, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
27. Hochul Heads Into Nail-Biter Reelection With...Criticism of Mamdani? - Hell Gate, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
28. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul delivers the 2026 State of the State address on Jan. 13 in Albany, New York. - Kingsport Times News, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
29. Gov Hochul Launches Feedback Sessions For Workers Impacted By Ai - News12 | Long Island, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
30. Anheuser-Busch invests $13 million into Baldwinsville Brewery - Syracuse.com, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
31. Blakeman: Hochul’s ‘Pants Are on Fire’ Over Taxes and Energy - The South Shore Press, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026
32. Blakeman Blasts Hochul Over Support For Mamdani - 77 WABC, (Kathy Hochul), August 21, 2026

1. Jared Kushner meets with Democratic leader Jeffries with House control at stake in November - WSLS, (Chuck Schumer), August 23, 2026
2. Schumer, Buttigieg, Newsom and Others Blast Trump’s 50% Canada Tariffs: ‘Trade Wars Are Bleeding the Amer - Benzinga, (Chuck Schumer), August 23, 2026
3. Democratic US Senate nominees, progressive activists turn against Chuck Schumer - Fox News, (Chuck Schumer), August 22, 2026
4. Pass the Clarity Act - CoinDesk, (Kirsten Gillibrand), August 21, 2026
5. Democratic Voices: New York Dems on Bluesky - Daily Kos, (Kirsten Gillibrand), August 21, 2026
6. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) Discusses New Senate Race Ratings - C-SPAN, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026
7. Chuck Schumer Surrenders to Abdul El-Sayed - The New York Sun, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026
8. Senator Chuck Schumer Calls for West Kill Post Office to Reopen - The Overlook News, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026
9. AOC for President — or the Senate? - Truthdig, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026
10. Democrats Are Getting More Bullish About Taking the Senate - News of the United States - NOTUS, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026
11. Thune and Schumer avoid recess travel blitz amid increasing unpopularity - Washington Examiner, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026
12. Schumer Meets With Local Craft Beverage Producers Over Industry Challenges - Finger Lakes Daily News, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026
13. Schumer ducks question on campaigning with socialist candidate who refuses to back him as leader - WFIN, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026
14. Schumer Confident Democrats Will Take Back Senate: ‘We’re On Path To Victory’ - Newsweek, (Chuck Schumer), August 21, 2026

1. Trump's US attorney pick can no longer investigate one of president’s top foes, court rules - KCRA, (Letitia James), August 23, 2026
2. Letitia James subpoenas are still quashed, but one judge finally sided with Trump DOJ - Yahoo, (Letitia James), August 22, 2026
3. Appeals court blocks DOJ subpoenas targeting New York Attorney General Letitia James - TheGrio, (Letitia James), August 22, 2026
4. Afraid of hospital bills? Local hospitals must help needy patients - Utica Observer Dispatch, (Letitia James), August 22, 2026
5. Video Letitia James to make 1st court appearance in felony case - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos, (Letitia James), August 22, 2026
6. Reformers Blast ‘Audacious Power Grab’ by Brooklyn Democratic Party Chair - The City Reporter, (Letitia James), August 22, 2026
7. Ed Martin leaving DOJ role to 'fight legal battles' in midterm, 2028 elections, Trump announces - New York Post, (Letitia James), August 22, 2026
8. Trump US attorney pick can no longer investigate one of the president’s top foes, court rules - CNN, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
9. Appeals court says federal prosecutor who subpoenaed Letitia James was unlawfully appointed - CBS News, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
10. DOJ subpoenas targeting Trump foe Letitia James cannot be enforced, appeals court rules - NBC News, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
11. Appeals court upholds block on US Justice Department subpoenas to NY AG James' office - Reuters, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
12. Acting U.S. attorney was serving illegally when he subpoenaed Letitia James, appeals court rules - Democracy Docket, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
13. Trump admin dealt major blow in crusade against Letitia James after top NY prosecutor determined unlawfully appointed - New York Post, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
14. Federal appeals court blocks DOJ's subpoenas for James' office - The Center Square, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
15. Appeals court upholds Letitia James subpoena block as DOJ vows to appeal to Supreme Court - Washington Examiner, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
16. Appeals court affirms top federal prosecutor in Albany ‘not lawfully serving’ - The Hill, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
17. FILE PHOTO: New York Attorney General Letitia James at U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia - The Lufkin Daily News, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
18. Appeals court upholds block on DOJ subpoenas to NY AG James' office - The Detroit News, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
19. US Appeals Court Blocks Trump Administration Subpoenas in Letitia James Probe - Межа. Новини України., (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
20. AG James releases guidance on accessing hospital financial aid - Sun Community News, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026
21. Appeals court upholds block on DOJ subpoenas to NY AG James' office - Yahoo, (Letitia James), August 21, 2026

1. Reps. LaLota, Garbarino Head Toward November With Millions - The South Shore Press, (Andrew Garbarino), August 23, 2026
2. Garbarino, Quigley Introduce Bill To Support Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Efforts - Representative Andrew Garbarino | (.gov), (Andrew Garbarino), August 23, 2026
3. Jewish Insider: Andrew Garbarino, Long Island’s heir to Pete King - Representative Andrew Garbarino | (.gov), (Andrew Garbarino), August 21, 2026
4. ABC News: GOP congressman on tackling escalating cyberattacks - Representative Andrew Garbarino | (.gov), (Andrew Garbarino), August 21, 2026

1. Rep. Tenney Releases 2026 Law Enforcement Plan - Finger Lakes Daily News, (Claudia Tenney), August 23, 2026
2. Press Release: Claudia Tenney Releases 2026 Border Security Plan - Quiver Quantitative, (Claudia Tenney), August 22, 2026
3. Congresswoman Tenney Releases 2026 Border Security Plan to Protect Americans and Uphold the Rule of Law, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney – New York, 22nd (R), August 21, 2026
4. Congresswoman Tenney Releases 2026 Law Enforcement Plan to Support Police and Keep Communities Safe, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney – New York, 22nd (R), August 21, 2026

TRI-STATE: CT CONGRESS POST-ELECTION NEWS

U. S. Senate (Murphy)

1. Zelenskyy: I met with U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and James Lankford during the National Prayer Breakfast in Kyiv. I am grateful to the United States for its unwavering bipartisan and bicameral support. We appreciate that work is ongoing in both houses - news.cgtn.com, (Richard Blumenthal), August 23, 2026
2. The United States can help stop this war on Ukraine's terms - Khmara at a meeting with Senator Blumenthal - Українські Національні Новини (УНН), (Richard Blumenthal), August 23, 2026
3. Ukraine’s Defense Minister Meets US Senator to Strengthen Security Partnership - Межа. Новини України., (Richard Blumenthal), August 23, 2026
4. Connecticut senator looks to make food industry more transparent, less ‘misleading’ with new proposal - WTNH.com, (Richard Blumenthal), August 21, 2026
5. Pete Hegseth Given Deadline to Explain Pentagon's Alleged 'Troubling' Stars and Stripes Takeover Amid Fears of Military Interference, According to Court Docs - Yahoo Lifestyle Canada, (Richard Blumenthal), August 21, 2026
6. Senators give TikTok deadline over 'depraved' safety test - The News International, (Richard Blumenthal), August 21, 2026

FROM THE BLOGS

Election Law Blog

1. “Michigan lawmaker says viral audio clip of his voice is fake | Insider”, August 23, 2026
2. Plaintiffs in Litigation over Trump’s Mail Executive Order File District Court Motion Arguing the US. Government Has Violated the Preliminary Injunction by Promulgating a Final Rule Applicable to the November Elections, August 23, 2026
3. “Democrats remain far behind GOP in cash on hand as midterms near”, August 22, 2026
4. “Why Polling Chaos Could Create Big Problems for American Politics”, August 22, 2026
5. “Trump’s Election Meddling Erodes Our Democracy”, August 22, 2026
6. Breaking: USPS Issues Final Rule on Handling Mail Ballots Following Trump’s Mail-In Executive Order; Federal Government Says In Court Filings It Cannot Enforce It with Two Injunctions Against It in Place: What It Means for Pending Supreme Court Stay Request, August 22, 2026
7. “A Detour for Democracy: When polling sites move off campus, students face new barriers—and elections shift”, August 21, 2026
8. “Democrats Need Third-Party Help to Win Senate Majority”, August 21, 2026
9. “Florida Counts Its Election Ballots Fast. Why Can’t California Keep Up?”, August 21, 2026
10. “A Partial Democratic Rebound? Bright Line Watch July 2026 surveys”, August 21, 2026