New York State Political News Sample

NEW YORK ELECTION NEWS

New York City Mayor

1. LISTEN: Ex-Mayor Quit Race But Can’t Quit the Crypto Hustle - thecity.nyc, (Eric Adams), January 20, 2026
2. Jericho’s Mason Pimsler had his own day proclaimed by former NYC Mayor Eric Adams - longislandpress.com, (Eric Adams), January 20, 2026
3. Ex-Mayor Adams Aide Anthony ‘Tony’ Herbert Indicted for Bribery - westsidespirit.com, (Eric Adams), January 20, 2026

1. Gov. Kathy Hochul Hasn’t Released Her Meeting Logs in 15 Months - thecity.nyc, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
2. Governor Hochul Unveils Highlights of the Fiscal Year 2027 Executive Budget: A Stronger, Safer, More Affordable New York - governor.ny.gov, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
3. Gov. Kathy Hochul’s FY 2027 executive budget proposal: by the numbers - cityandstateny.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
4. Highlights of Gov. Kathy Hochul's 2026 executive budget - timesunion.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
5. Now Is the Time to Tax the Rich in New York, Kathy Hochul - Jacobin, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
6. North Country lawmakers say Hochul's budget address continues to leave out North Country priorities - mynbc5.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
7. Monroe County leaders endorse Gov. Kathy Hochul for re-election - democratandchronicle.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
8. Hochul presents NY budget. What to expect on taxes, spending - lohud.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
9. The tax stops with her - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
10. NY Gov. Kathy Hochul won't increase income tax to balance New York's $260B budget proposal - abc7ny.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
11. NYSUT responds to the FY 2027 Executive Budget Proposal - NYSUT.org, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
12. Hochul’s $260 billion budget proposal includes no new taxes, increased spending on kids - gothamist.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
13. On Politics: Hochul might be NYC transit's best ally in a century - crainsnewyork.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
14. Federal aid for NY will be down over $10B this year, Hochul says - fox5ny.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
15. How spendaholic Kathy Hochul is dooming New York to loser status - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
16. Finances in MY executive budget? It’s more likely than you think - cityandstateny.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
17. Real estate proposals to watch in New York’s budget - therealdeal.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
18. Case of the missing $18 billion: A Gov. Kathy Hochul mystery - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
19. Mayoral control, 2-care, and more: What Hochul’s budget proposal means for NYC schools - Chalkbeat, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
20. Hochul Unveils $260 Billion N.Y. Budget That Avoids Raising Taxes - The New York Times, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
21. Hochul's propsed state budget doesn't include income tax hike - 13wham.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
22. Hochul Proposes $6 Billion Spending Bump With No Tax Hikes - thecity.nyc, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
23. NY spends more for Medicaid than any state in Hochul’s irresponsible budget - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
24. O’Mara: Hochul budget plan remains focused on how New York can keep on spending - nysenate.gov, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
25. Hochul unveils $260B executive budget as negotiations set to begin - timesunion.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
26. Live Broadcast: Gov. Hochul's Budget Address for Fiscal Year 2027 | THIRTEEN - New York Public Media - thirteen.org, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
27. Simmering tax hike debate thickens between Hochul and Mamdani - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
28. Hochul proposes $260B New York budget without broad tax increases - wcax.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
29. Environmental initiatives in Gov. Hochul's 2027 budget - newsday.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
30. Gov. Hochul's Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 - wktv.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
31. Hochul unveils $260 billion budget with 0.7% spending increase - romesentinel.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
32. After Mamdani reversal, Gov. Hochul proposes 4-year extension of mayoral control over NYC schools - nydailynews.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
33. Gov. Hochul unveils 2027 Executive Budget - Sun Community News, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
34. Evening Briefing in Capital Region and HV: Jan. 20 - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
35. NYC rideshare drivers worry Hochul's robotaxi proposal will kill jobs - ny1.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
36. Hochul’s record-high $260B budget proposal for NY leans on booming stock market, Zyn tax - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
37. Hochul's Budget Would Decouple NY From Biz Tax Breaks - Law360, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
38. Welcome to budget day - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
39. Gov. Hochul Visits York Child Care Center to Promote Universal Childcare Proposal - York College, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
40. As Mamdani Focuses on Child Care, Plan to Tax the Rich Is Put Aside - The New York Times, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
41. Hochul budget boosts spending on child care and schools, avoids tax increases - syracuse.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
42. Hochul proposes $260 billion state budget to offset federal cuts without raising taxes - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
43. Hochul announces $25 million for Harlem crosstown subway tunnel design - nydailynews.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
44. Gov. Hochul presents her FY 2027 Executive Budget - wgrz.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
45. Governor Hochul Announces French Company Reju Selects New York State to Establish First-of-its-Kind $390 Million Textile Regeneration Hub in North America | Empire State Development - esd.ny.gov, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
46. Hochul unveils $260B state budget with no income tax hike - wwnytv.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
47. New York Budget Doesn't Include Much-Feared Tax Hike For Millionaires - Bloomberg.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
48. GOP rival roasts Hochul for boasting Manhattan DA could one day take fed post - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
49. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Wants Health Insurance to Cover Gambling Problems - Casino.org, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
50. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes record $260 billion budget - CBS News, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
51. Gov. Kathy Hochul to present budget proposal, balancing new programs against fiscal constraints - newsday.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
52. Hochul proposes $260 billion budget — with no hike to 'tax the rich' - crainsnewyork.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
53. Hochul shies away from rolling back criminal justice reforms like Raise the Age, boasting NYS 'got them done' - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
54. Gov. Hochul has a big fundraising lead, but NY's public finance could close the gap - gothamist.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
55. Hochul unveils $260B state budget - AOL.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
56. Hochul announces $38M to upgrade emergency communication systems across N.Y., including NYC - silive.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
57. How Hochul is standing up big-time for New York drivers - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
58. NBC5 In-Depth: Hochul outlines 2026 agenda, but North Country lawmakers warn region could be overlooked - mynbc5.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
59. Hochul’s record-high $260B NYS budget proposal includes no tax hike for now - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
60. Hochul's proposed budget includes $300M for economic development in Rochester region - wxxinews.org, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
61. HOCHUL PROPOSES $150 MILLION ADD-ON TO EXTEND PRODUCTION TAX CREDIT - Broadway Journal, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
62. Hochul’s Budget Leaves Out Income Tax Hikes: States of Play - Bloomberg Government News, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026
63. Hochul's budget includes 4.3% boost in school aid and streamlining of environmental reviews - newsday.com, (Kathy Hochul), January 20, 2026

1. QUICK CLIP: DSCC Chair Kirsten Gillibrand: Democrats Have “Recruited the Most Formidable Candidates Possible in Multiple States” [CNN] - dscc.org, (Kirsten Gillibrand), January 20, 2026
2. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is leading Democrats' push to retake Senate, and thinks success is possible - newsday.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), January 20, 2026
3. DSCC Chair Kirsten Gillibrand Statement on One Year of the Trump Administration’s Higher Costs and Health Care Cuts - dscc.org, (Kirsten Gillibrand), January 20, 2026
4. 'This will harm children.' NY condemns Trump freeze on child care aid - democratandchronicle.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), January 20, 2026
5. Gillibrand announces $1.6 million for lead pipe replacement in Erie County - beenews.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), January 20, 2026
6. Gillibrand pushes tech giants to stop AI-generated sexualized images - midhudsonnews.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), January 20, 2026
7. U.S. Sen. Gillibrand pushes back on Trump freeze on child care aid - democratandchronicle.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), January 20, 2026
8. Gillibrand Calls on Platforms to Combat Non-Consensual AI Content - fingerlakesdailynews.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), January 20, 2026
9. Chuck Schumer forgets he’s the Senate minority leader, not the majority leader, GOP lawmaker says - Fox Business, (Chuck Schumer), January 20, 2026
10. To win, Democrats should chuck their leadership - Salon.com, (Chuck Schumer), January 20, 2026
11. Boscobel to Receive $500,000 - highlandscurrent.org, (Chuck Schumer), January 20, 2026
12. Schumer urges USDA to block closure of Lexington’s Tyson facility - kgfw.com, (Chuck Schumer), January 20, 2026
13. Schumer says Dems to block Greenland tariffs - brooklyneagle.com, (Chuck Schumer), January 20, 2026
14. Opinion: America should move toward universal healthcare, not away - northernstar.info, (Chuck Schumer), January 20, 2026
15. Dem leadership is failing. This needs to be corrected. - Daily Kos, (Chuck Schumer), January 20, 2026
16. Readers sound off on DHS funding, Minnesota’s Democrats and supporting nurses - nydailynews.com, (Chuck Schumer), January 20, 2026

1. Judge orders Lindsey Halligan to stop using US attorney title or face disciplinary action - ABC News, (Letitia James), January 20, 2026
2. Judge Accuses Trump-Appointed Prosecutor of Letitia James, James Comey of ‘a Charade,’ Orders Her Removed From Office - The New York Sun, (Letitia James), January 20, 2026
3. ICE condemned at MLK Day commemorations in NYC by Zohran Mamdani, Letitia James and more - abc7ny.com, (Letitia James), January 20, 2026
4. In year since Trump's return to office, here's a list of those targeted by his administration - ABC News, (Letitia James), January 20, 2026
5. Fordham Law Student Justin Sanchez ’29 JD Elected to City Council - Fordham Law News, (Letitia James), January 20, 2026

1. Garbarino Introduces USMMA Athletics Act - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
2. Rep. Andrew Garbarino backs congressional access to ICE facilities without 7-day notice - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
3. Garbarino Highlights 2025 Accomplishments: Delivering Results for Long Island - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
4. LI Rep. Andrew Garbarino says 'independence is essential' for Fed, amid president's attacks - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
5. ‘Remaining Vigilant’: Garbarino Wields Powerful Homeland Security Gavel - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
6. Long Island's four representatives all rank among most centrist in Congress, analysis finds - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
7. Garbarino, Himes Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Veteran Suicide - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
8. Rep. Andrew Garbarino has yet to hold a Homeland Security hearing since being tapped chair. Why? - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
9. Garbarino Issues Statement on Final Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
10. Torres Reintroduce Bipartisan Saving Vet Halls Act - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
11. Homeland Security Chairman outlines "increased risk" of air travel due to Schumer Shutdown - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
12. Garbarino Calls on All 50 States to Require 9/11 Curriculum in Schools - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
13. Reps. Mullin & Garbarino Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Address Threat of Groundwater Rise - kevinmullin.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
14. Two Garbarino Bills advance in the Financial Services Committee that would deliver real results for Long Islanders - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
15. Garbarino Votes to End Democrat Shutdown, Pay Troops, and Fund Critical Programs - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
16. Garbarino Leads Bipartisan Push to Modernize U.S. Merchant Marine Academy - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
17. Joint Statement from New York Reps. Mike Lawler, Elise Stefanik, Andrew Garbarino, and Nick Lalota on Proposed SALT Cap Deduction - lawler.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
18. Democrats press Rep. Andrew Garbarino for hearing on Minnesota killing by immigration officer - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
19. Congressman Mike Lawler Celebrates Victory in Fully Restoring Critical Counterterrorism Funding for NY - lawler.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
20. Long Islanders stuck with common sense this election - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
21. Reps. Kim, Garbarino Statement on Preserving SALT Deal - youngkim.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
22. Kiggans and Colleagues Issue Joint Statement on Clean Energy Tax Credit Reform - kiggans.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
23. Garbarino to preside over showdown as his committee grills Homeland Security Secretary Noem - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
24. Pappas Helps Launch the Bipartisan Congressional Postal Service Caucus - pappas.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
25. Garbarino, Gillibrand, Schumer, Nadler, Kean, Goldman Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation To Fix World Trade Center Health Program Funding Shortfall - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
26. Bergman, Budzinski, Pappas, Garbarino Launch Bipartisan Caucus to Improve Postal Service - bergman.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
27. Demonstrators hold ‘sleep-in’ outside of Garbarino’s office - suffolkcountynews.net, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
28. Garbarino, LaLota Welcome U.S. Secretary of Labor to Long Island for Workforce Development Tour - garbarino.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
29. Garbarino Bros. Italian market opens in Verona - community.triblive.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
30. Reps. Kim, Garbarino Demand Fair SALT Deal - youngkim.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
31. Long Island GOP Reps. LaLota, Garbarino split with party to vote for ACA subsidy extension - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
32. Reps. Kennedy and Garbarino Announce House Passage of Bipartisan TSA Commuting Fairness Act - kennedy.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
33. NADLER, GILLIBRAND, SCHUMER, JEFFRIES, GARBARINO, GOLDMAN LEAD BIPARTISAN PUSH CALLING ON PRESIDENT TRUMP TO REVERSE CUTS TO WORLD TRADE CENTER HEALTH PROGRAM - nadler.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
34. Rep. Garbarino elected House Homeland Security chair - libn.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
35. House Democrats press Rep. Garbarino to get answers over alleged 'cash bribe' to border czar - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
36. Deluzio, Garbarino Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Program to Help Local Law Enforcement Afford to Buy Bulletproof Vests - deluzio.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
37. Scalise: Democrats Jeopardizing American Safety Over Personal Politics - scalise.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
38. Long Islanders pay the price for government shutdown - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
39. Tense exchanges with Homeland Security Secretary Noem dominate at Garbarino's first big hearing - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
40. Quigley, Garbarino Introduce Bill to Combat Wildlife Trafficking - quigley.house.gov, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
41. ‘No Kings’ protest draws thousands outside Garbarino’s office - suffolkcountynews.net, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
42. House speaker says LI Rep. Garbarino fell asleep during vote on Trump's bill - longisland.news12.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
43. Does Trump's low approval rating spell trouble even for Garbarino in 2026? - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
44. In divided Congress, Long Island delegation passes few bills but shows unusual degree of bipartisanship - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
45. Long Island's 4 House members urge release of Epstein files - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
46. Patrick Halpin planning to challenge Andrew Garbarino in 2026 House race - newsday.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
47. Garbarino misses ‘Big, Beautiful, Bill’ vote - suffolkcountynews.net, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026
48. Power & Politics: Rep. Garbarino on SALT, Trump policies; LIPA's new CEO - longisland.news12.com, (Andrew Garbarino), January 20, 2026

1. Gov. Hochul has a big fundraising lead, but NY's public finance could close the gap - gothamist.com, (Antonio Delgado), January 20, 2026
2. Welcome to budget day - Politico, (Antonio Delgado), January 20, 2026

1. Congresswoman Tenney Earns A+ on Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America’s National Scorecard, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney – New York, 22nd (R), January 20, 2026
2. Tenney’s possible plans for the future? Ambassador? Governor? House leadership? - oswegocountynewsnow.com, (Claudia Tenney), January 20, 2026
3. Claudia Tenney file photo - thedailynewsonline.com, (Claudia Tenney), January 20, 2026
4. Tenney earns A+ on pro-life scorecard - fingerlakes1.com, (Claudia Tenney), January 20, 2026
5. Upstate NY congresswoman accused of misusing campaign funds for tennis trips, swag - newyorkupstate.com, (Claudia Tenney), January 20, 2026
6. Report draws connections between Tenney campaign spending and trips, tennis gear - romesentinel.com, (Claudia Tenney), January 20, 2026
7. Claudia Tenney, David Closson, Mike Waltz, Gregg Roman - Family Research Council, (Claudia Tenney), January 20, 2026
8. Upstate NY congresswoman accused of misusing campaign funds - oleantimesherald.com, (Claudia Tenney), January 20, 2026
9. Rep. Tenney Denies Misuse of Campaign Funds Allegations - wsyr.iheart.com, (Claudia Tenney), January 20, 2026

ISSUES

Voting Issues

1. Can Trump send National Guard troops to the polls in the 2026 election? - Votebeat, (Voting Machines), January 20, 2026