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1. Former New York mayor to headline first-ever ‘Summit of the Cities’ in Belfast - The Irish News, (Bill de Blasio), May 15, 2026
2. After Mamdani Cut-Off, Adams Aide Demands Payments for Sex Harassment Defense - THE CITY - NYC News, (Eric Adams), May 15, 2026
3. How Mamdani proposal would fill NYC's $12B budget deficit (if approved) - Yahoo, (Eric Adams), May 15, 2026

1. With North America’s largest commuter rail system shut down, NY governor begs unions to resume talks - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
2. Gov. Kathy Hochul briefing on LIRR strike - PIX11, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
3. LIRR strike: Gov. Hochul urges 'get a deal done' as historic strike threatens commuter chaos - FOX 5 New York, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
4. With largest US commuter rail system shut down, federal labor officials urge unions to resume talks - News4JAX, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
5. LIVE UPDATES: Gov. Kathy Hochul addresses LIRR shutdown as service halts systemwide; Here's what you need to know. - News12 | Westchester, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
6. New Yorkers bracing for commuter chaos as LIRR workers remain on strike - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
7. NY governor blamed for 'lack of leadership' as railroad strike disrupts more than 300,000 commuters - Fox News, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
8. With North America’s largest commuter rail system shut down, NY governor begs unions to resume talks - KSLM Radio, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
9. Hochul urges unions to resume talks as largest US commuter rail system shuts down (Video) - Social News XYZ, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
10. With North America’s largest commuter rail system shut down, NY governor begs unions to resume talks - The Independent, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
11. 'Dumacrat': Trump lashes out at Hochul after she blames him for rail system strike - WTOV, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
12. 'Dumacrat': Trump lashes out at Hochul after she blames him for rail system strike - WJAR, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
13. Gov. Hochul urges commuters to work from home if possible as LIRR strike continues - New York Daily News, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
14. Hochul pushed LIRR strike to pick up votes on Long Island from GOP rival Blakeman: transit union chief - AOL.com, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
15. NY gubernatorial candidate calls out Hochul over LIRR strike fallout - Fox News, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
16. LIRR strike halts busiest commuter rail in US; Negotiations fail over wage increases - FOX 5 New York, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
17. 'Dumacrat': Trump lashes out at Hochul after she blames him for rail system strike - KRCR, (Kathy Hochul), May 17, 2026
18. Blakeman rips into Hochul over LIRR strike, says she ‘failed to do her job’ — as Trump fires back after ‘reckless’ jab - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
19. Gov Kathy Hochul Releases Statement Following The Lirr Strike - News12 | Bronx, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
20. 'Dumacrat': Trump lashes out at Hochul after she blames him for rail system strike - KUTV, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
21. New York: Kathy Hochul’s new tax on luxury housing - latination.com, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
22. Hochul signs new bill to protect New Yorkers' access to vaccines - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
23. Trump claps back at Hochul in blame game for Long Island Railroad strike - The Hill, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
24. Hochul signs bills to expand vaccine access and coverage in New York - WGRZ, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
25. Hochul-Mamdani pied-à-terre folly shows it never stops at ‘tax the rich’ - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
26. Governor Hochul Announces 23 Transformational Projects In The Finger Lakes As Part Of Downtown Revitalization Initiative And NY Forward Programs | Empire State Development - Empire State Development (ESD) (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
27. Hochul, Mamdani's new fees may cause chaos in NYC property tax system as critics wonder 'who gets targeted next' - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
28. Blakeman rips into Hochul over LIRR strike, says she ‘failed to do her job’ — as Trump fires back after ‘reckless’ jab - AOL.com, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
29. Trump and Hochul Trade Blame as LIRR Strike Takes Effect - Newsweek, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
30. Hochul signs bills on vaccine access in NY - Brooklyn Eagle, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
31. Exclusive | Hochul pushed LIRR strike to pick up votes on Long Island from GOP rival Blakeman: transit union chief - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 16, 2026
32. Andrew Cuomo Says Democrats 'Became Lost' After Trump Victory: 'A Party With a Simmering Civil War' | Video - TheWrap, (Andrew Cuomo), May 15, 2026
33. Hochul revives transit-oriented housing development push - Crain's New York, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
34. Governor Hochul Announces 14 Transformational Projects In Mohawk Valley As Part Of Downtown Revitalization Initiative And NY Forward Programs | Empire State Development - Empire State Development (ESD) (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
35. Laborers’ union cements support for Hochul’s re-election campaign - amNewYork, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
36. New York poised to roll back progressive climate mandates - Science Friday, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
37. Hochul promises $3 million in additional funding for 5/14 memorial - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
38. NY Governor Kathy Hochul is Deciding to Play Politics with Public Safety - WGY, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
39. Hochul largely keeps her distance, as pressure builds for LIRR resolution - Newsday, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
40. Blakeman campaign funds lawsuit, Hochul's polls top NY governor's race - Lohud, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
41. Hochul signs two bills safeguarding vaccine access - Sun Community News, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
42. Governor Kathy Hochul Plans Two-Phase Tax Hike On NYC Luxury Second Homes To Help Plug Budget Shortfall - Benzinga, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
43. New York plans to tax away even more jobs and investments - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
44. Governor Hochul Signs Two Bills Protecting Vaccine Access For New Yorkers - dfs.ny.gov, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
45. Governor Hochul Announces 25 Transformational Projects in Mid-Hudson as Part of Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward Programs | Empire State Development - Empire State Development (ESD) (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
46. Editorial: A budget compromise worth celebrating - Crain's New York, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
47. New York strengthens insurance coverage for vaccines amid federal rollback - Crain's New York, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
48. Article | Hochul pushes to do nothing for New Yorkers set to lose health care coverage - POLITICO Pro, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
49. Hochul and Mamdani weigh tax hikes in NYC - Fox Business, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
50. NY Gov. Hochul says fewer second homes to pay pied-à-terre tax under new proposal - MSN, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
51. Hochul Pitches Lawmakers a Pied-à-Terre Tax on Homes Valued at $1M and Up - Commercial Observer, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
52. Hochul Budget Deal Challenges Federal Immigration Abuses, Advocates Demand More - Davis Vanguard, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
53. New York plans tax on homes over $1 million purchased with cash - Audacy, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
54. Hochul drops NYC second-home tax threshold to $1 million - MSN, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
55. Opinion | What an alleged scheme to stage accidents reveals about liability laws - The Washington Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
56. Governor Kathy Hochul plans two-phase tax hike on NYC luxury second homes to help plug budget shortfall: Report - MSN, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
57. New York real estate groups blast Hochul's pied-à-terre tax - AOL.com, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026
58. How $8 billion in State assistance impacts New York City, and Upstate taxpayers - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), May 15, 2026

1. ‘What’s your exit strategy to end conflict with Iran?’: Gillibrand repeatedly badgers CENTCOM - The Economic Times, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 17, 2026
2. Congressional Democrats Introduce New Legislation To Ban Enhanced Body Armor Use By Civilians - Sierra Sun Times, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 17, 2026
3. Senate parliamentarian deals blow to $1 billion security proposal for White House - WSLS, (Chuck Schumer), May 17, 2026
4. Trump's White House ballroom loses federal funding proposed by Senate Republicans - BBC, (Chuck Schumer), May 17, 2026
5. Senator, local Meals on Wheels director, more talk impact of high gas prices in CNY - WSYR, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 16, 2026
6. Senator Tells HUD Chief to Stop Talking About Biden - newser.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 16, 2026
7. Watch: Gillibrand Grills HUD Sec. Turner: "Stop With The Excuses, Just Explain Your Record - U.S. Senate (.gov), (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 16, 2026
8. U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Presses Pentagon On Cost of Iran War and U.S. Bombing of 22 Civilian Schools and Several Hospitals (Video) - Sierra Sun Times, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 16, 2026
9. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand exasperated by HUD chief’s testimony: 'Stop talking about Biden' - MSN, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 16, 2026
10. Gillibrand blames Iran conflict for rising gas prices during Central New York stop - Fingerlakes1.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 16, 2026
11. Legislation reintroduced to ban enhanced body armor use by civilians - Yahoo, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 16, 2026
12. Democrat Senate Candidate Says 'New Leadership' Needed—Not Chuck Schumer - Newsweek, (Chuck Schumer), May 16, 2026
13. New York lawmakers push ban on enhanced body armor for civilians - WRGB, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
14. CENTCOM Commander Denies U.S. Killed Civilians in Iran: “No Way That We Can Corroborate That” - Democracy Now!, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
15. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand exasperated by HUD chief’s testimony: ‘Stop talking about Biden’ - Yahoo, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
16. Gillibrand takes aim at high gas prices, Trump in upstate visits - Spectrum News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
17. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand speaks on rising gas prices in connection to U.S.-Iran war - WIVB News 4, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
18. Gillibrand visits Buffalo as gas prices spike to $4.59 in Erie County - WGRZ, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
19. House, Senate Dems introduce legislation to ban civilian use of enhanced body armor - Sun Community News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
20. Sen. Gillibrand introduces bill to support maternal mental health - WWNY, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
21. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand exasperated by HUD chief’s testimony: ‘Stop talking about Biden’ - WKRG, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
22. Van Hollen, Gillibrand Lead New Push for Wraparound Services in Public Schools - The Washington Informer, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
23. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand exasperated by HUD chief’s testimony: ‘Stop talking about Biden’ - WFLA, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
24. Sen. Gillibrand, in Buffalo, blames Trump for high gas prices - Buffalo News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
25. News conference: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand speaks on rising gas prices in connection to U.S.-Iran war - WIVB News 4, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
26. Central NY Evening Briefing: May 15 - Spectrum News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
27. 'STOP WITH THE EXCUSES': Sen Gillibrand vs Turner over Biden admin's 'failures' at EXPLOSIVE hearing - The Economic Times, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
28. Trey’s Law Clears U.S. Senate Committee - People Newspapers, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
29. Senator confronted a Trump official for stalling during a hearing - MEXC, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
30. Sen Gillibrand SLAMS U.S General Cooper Over $1B/Day Iran War Cost In Ceasefire Debate - Oneindia, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 15, 2026
31. Chuck Schumer Says Trump's Plan To Sell AI Chips To Military-Linked Chinese Firms Is 'Dangerous' As Trump - Benzinga, (Chuck Schumer), May 15, 2026
32. Top Democrats seize on Trump's remark about wartime consideration of Americans' finances - The National Desk, (Chuck Schumer), May 15, 2026
33. Zach Wahls and Josh Turek Duke It Out On the Debate Stage - NRSC.org, (Chuck Schumer), May 15, 2026
34. Senate Parliamentarian Says GOP Spending Package Violates Rules - The Well News, (Chuck Schumer), May 15, 2026
35. Two Democrats seeking US Senate nomination in Iowa debate who can flip a GOP seat - Houston Chronicle, (Chuck Schumer), May 15, 2026
36. Senators agree to go without pay during shutdowns after historic closures left workers unpaid - AOL.com, (Chuck Schumer), May 15, 2026

1. Today, Gov. Hochul signed two bills introduced by New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie that basically increase vaccine access to New Yorkers by sidestepping the current administration\'s policy - Sun Community News, (Carl Heastie), May 16, 2026
2. Gianaris: Chances of passing budget next week ‘very slim’ as ne­go­ti­a­tions mesh with re­dis­tricting push, other pri­or­ities - Spectrum News, (Carl Heastie), May 15, 2026
3. A new tax on NYC real estate sales aimed at helping Mamdani close city budget gap - New York Daily News, (Carl Heastie), May 15, 2026

1. Garbarino runs against his party with animal treatment vote - Newsday, (Andrew Garbarino), May 16, 2026
2. Long Island politicians react to US attack on Iran - News12 | Bronx, (Andrew Garbarino), May 16, 2026

1. Blakeman joins electeds on Staten Island to rip Hochul, state spending: ‘People are choking’ - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), May 17, 2026
2. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis: There Must be Tougher Measures to Protect Police Officers (6 min) - 77 WABC, (Nicole Malliotakis), May 17, 2026
3. Dr. Oz tours hospital on Staten Island: Here’s why - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), May 16, 2026
4. Max Rose, 32 - Crain's New York, (Max Rose), May 16, 2026
5. Staten Island rep joins fight to halt fed funding for controversial dog experiments - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), May 15, 2026
6. Bipartisan U.S.-Greece Defense Cooperation Advancement Act Advances - Greek News USA, (Nicole Malliotakis), May 15, 2026
7. Malliotakis, Miller, Introduces Legislation to Temporarily Suspend Federal Gas Tax - Greek News USA, (Nicole Malliotakis), May 15, 2026

1. Claudia Tenney – US Congress – Elections - OpenSecrets, (Claudia Tenney), May 16, 2026
2. Congresswoman Tenney Condemns Latest Utility Rate Hikes Impacting Upstate Families, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney – New York, 22nd (R), May 15, 2026
3. Press Release: Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Responds to New York Utility Rate Increases - Quiver Quantitative, (Claudia Tenney), May 15, 2026
4. CONGRESSWOMAN TENNEY CALLS ON DOJ TO INVESTIGATE NEW YORK'S PLAN TO USE MEDICAID FOR AUTOMATIC VOTER REGISTRATION - InsuranceNewsNet, (Claudia Tenney), May 15, 2026
5. Cvijanovic continued her Visits to Washington, met with Two congressmen - Sarajevo Times, (Claudia Tenney), May 15, 2026
6. Starovic in Washington with Congressmembers Tenney and Cleaver on the Serbia-US strategic dialogue - Kosovo Online, (Claudia Tenney), May 15, 2026

TRI-STATE: CT CONGRESS POST-ELECTION NEWS

U. S. Senate (Murphy)

1. Lawmakers Hold Forum on Ticketmaster Amid Illegal Monopoly Verdict - C-SPAN, (Richard Blumenthal), May 17, 2026
2. Raskin, Blumenthal to Set Monday Congressional Hearing on Live Nation–Ticketmaster Monopoly and DOJ Settlement - Ticket News, (Richard Blumenthal), May 16, 2026
3. Blumenthal, Grijalva Introduce Bill to Save Endangered Butterflies, Fish, Plants, Mollusks - Center for Biological Diversity, (Richard Blumenthal), May 15, 2026
4. Sens. Moran, Blumenthal Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Deliver Annual Cost-of-Living Increase for Veterans - Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs (.gov), (Richard Blumenthal), May 15, 2026
5. Opinion: Blumenthal’s attacks on flying economy will backfire. 'Clean up a mess.' - New Haven Register, (Richard Blumenthal), May 15, 2026
6. 'Yes, some of their capabilities still exist': CENTCOM commander ADMITS Iran threat isn’t fully gone - The Economic Times, (Richard Blumenthal), May 15, 2026

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