New York State Political News Sample

NEW YORK ELECTION NEWS

New York City Mayor

1. Mayor Zohran Mamdani puts kibosh on Eric Adams’ planned NYPD hiring spree - New York Post, (Eric Adams), February 18, 2026
2. Mamdani Restarts Homeless Sweeps He Pledged to Stop - Newser, (Eric Adams), February 18, 2026
3. Mamdani co-signs comeback of nonprofit property COPA bill vetoed by Adams - amNewYork, (Eric Adams), February 18, 2026
4. Mamdani's promise to freeze the rent seemed out of reach. Not anymore. - Crain's New York Business, (Eric Adams), February 18, 2026
5. NYPD budget holds near $6.4B as Mamdani's safety plans go unfunded - Gothamist, (Eric Adams), February 18, 2026
6. Mamdani's budget hands Hochul a political bomb — while rejecting the most prudent path forward - New York Post, (Eric Adams), February 18, 2026
7. Mamdani proposes cutting NYPD budget, canceling 5K new officer hires - Yahoo, (Eric Adams), February 18, 2026

1. Congressman Nick Langworthy announces federal investment for Buffalo Airport - WGRZ, (Nick Langworthy), February 18, 2026
2. Fed funds bringing new snowfighting equipment to BNIA - Audacy, (Nick Langworthy), February 18, 2026
3. Environmental groups sue EPA over climate regulation rollbacks: ‘Politics overriding science’ - WUNC News, (Lee Zeldin), February 18, 2026
4. Kathy Hochul's health care push runs into GOP wall - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
5. Gov. Kathy Hochul promised Rochester $225 million. What could it be used for? - WXXI News, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
6. Memo to Kathy Hochul and Gavin Newsom: Why taxing the rich makes enormous sense - Robert Reich | Substack, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
7. See photos as New Rochelle Mayor reacts to Gov. Hochul's announcement. - Lohud, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
8. Governor faces more calls to expanded civil legal services funding - Queens Daily Eagle, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
9. Hochul's budget removes $4 billion from comptroller oversight, DiNapoli says - Capitol Confidential with Dan Clark, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
10. Gateway Tunnel funding fully restored, construction to resume, Hochul says - NY State of Politics, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
11. Trump administration releases $127 million in overdue funds for New York-New Jersey Gateway tunnel project president called a 'future boondoggle' - CNBC, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
12. Albany lawmakers urged to approve Hochul's auto insurance reforms - The Center Square, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
13. Two Southern Tier locations awarded funding for affordable housing - WETM, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
14. ‘¡Fin a las deportaciones!’ Make the Road Urges Governor Hochul to Pass NY For All in its Entirety - The Legislative Gazette, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
15. NY prison watchdog faces complete funding cut: ‘You can’t just do oversight for 6 months and then walk away’ - Syracuse.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
16. Editor’s note: Don’t count out Adrienne Adams - City & State New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
17. Gov. Kathy Hochul warns of hazardous winter weather across New York Wednesday - SILive.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
18. Hitting a health care wall - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
19. $1.5 billion to New York City brings GOP outcry - observertoday.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
20. ‘Tug of war’: Democrats push Trump to release New York City tunnel funds - Al Jazeera, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
21. Mamdani asks Gov. Kathy Hochul to raise taxes on ultra-wealthy to close $5.4 billion gap - Tippah News, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
22. Hochul plans cuts to Medicare reimbursements amid federal crunch - thechiefleader.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
23. New York Gov. Hochul's Nicotine Pouch Tax Would Be Bad for Public Health - Reason Foundation, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
24. Watch Gov. Hochul's announcement of $16 million for New Rochelle - Lohud, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
25. NYC, NY politics live updates: Mamdani softens on ‘Freeze The Rent’ vow after tax increase threats - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
26. Hochul sends $16 million to New Rochelle to advance historically Black neighborhood - News12 | Hudson Valley, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
27. Hochul Gives Mamdani, New York City Bailout - Long Island Life & Politics, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
28. What Mamdani’s budget could mean for homeowners and renters - FOX 5 New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
29. Mamdani Warns of Nearly 10% Property-Tax Boost if No Tax on Wealthy - The Wall Street Journal, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
30. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces backlash over threat to raise property taxes in New York - ABC7 New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
31. 2-17-26 Downstate Hospital Construction - SUNY - The State University of New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
32. State will allocate $1.5 billion more to NYC to mitigate its fiscal challenges - Brooklyn Eagle, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
33. Hochul directs state flags to half-staff in honor of Rep. Richard L. Ottinger - Niagara Frontier Publications, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
34. Mamdani Threatens NYC Property Tax Hike as Last-Resort Option - Bloomberg, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026
35. Mamdani's budget hands Hochul a political bomb — while rejecting the most prudent path forward - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), February 18, 2026

1. Sen. Gillibrand & other officials introduce legislation to guarantee paid sick leave for American workers - WBNG, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 18, 2026
2. Gilli­brand in­tro­duces leg­is­lation to guarantee paid sick leave to American workers - Spectrum News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 18, 2026
3. Legislation Revived to Protect Drivers From Underride Crashes - Carrier Management, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 18, 2026
4. Bill would guarantee paid sick leave for all US workers if passed - FOX 5 New York, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 18, 2026
5. Democrats Cheer as the Trump Administration Finally Disperses Gateway Tunnel Funds - NOTUS — News of the United States, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 18, 2026
6. Evening Briefing in Buffalo: Feb. 18 - Spectrum News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 18, 2026
7. Evening Briefing in Rochester: Feb. 18 - Spectrum News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 18, 2026
8. Evening Briefing in CNY - Spectrum News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 18, 2026
9. Sen. Chuck Schumer proposes Virginia's Law to eliminate statute of limitations on sex abuse, trafficking - CBS News, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
10. Sen. Chuck Schumer unveils bill that would eliminate statute of limitations on sex trafficking lawsuits - Newsday, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
11. This goes beyond Epstein. I met with survivors & advocates in Rochester and Buffalo to push Virginia’s Law to eliminate the statute of limitations that has shielded criminals like Epstein. Because justice should NEVER expire. - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
12. Sen. Schumer Announces Bill To Eliminate Statute Of Limitations For Sexual Exploitation Survivors - WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
13. Schumer files legislation for US, Pride flags to have same federal protections - Straight Arrow News - SAN, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
14. And now @PressSec confirms: Donald Trump posted the racist video of the Obamas. - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
15. Stephanie Barber-Geter, a true champion of Buffalo. As Chair of @ROCCBuffalo, she secured funding to help transform and restore Buffalo's neighborhoods that were torn apart by the Kensington Expressway. She helped make Buffalo the place it is today, and - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
16. This is Aliya Rahman, a disabled US citizen who was on her way to a doctor’s appointment when she was violently assaulted, arrested, and detained by ICE agents. This is why we’re not giving DHS a cent until ICE is reined in – including use of force standard - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
17. Schumer says $127M more released for Gateway Tunnel Project - FOX 5 New York, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
18. Chuck Schumer’s Voter ID Flip Flop - Unleash Prosperity, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
19. Schumer files legislation for the US flag, pride flag to have the same federal protections - KATU, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
20. New bill introduced aims to end statute of limitations for sexual abuse survivors - WAFB, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
21. Utah Sen. Mike Lee calls Schumer’s ‘Jim Crow 2.0’ attack on voter ID bill ‘paranoid fantasy’ - New York Post, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
22. As Trump Marches US Toward Iran War, Critics Ask: Where's the 'Pushback' From Dems and Media? - Common Dreams, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
23. New bill introduced aims to end statute of limitations for sexual abuse survivors - KMVT, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
24. ICE Fight Freezes (Some) Homeland Security Operations - U.S. News & World Report, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
25. New bill introduced aims to end statute of limitations for sexual abuse survivors - KSWO 7News, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
26. New bill introduced aims to end statute of limitations for sexual abuse survivors - KTRE, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
27. New bill introduced aims to end statute of limitations for sexual abuse survivors - KY3, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
28. Many Democrats are still down on the Democrats, a new AP-NORC poll finds - KLFY.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
29. Trump says 'certain politicians,' construction unions offered Penn Station name deal - The National News Desk, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
30. Senate to vote on SAVE America Act as voter ID debate intensifies - 13wham.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026
31. Chuck Schumer sparks outrage with bill to give Pride flag military-level status - Sky News Australia, (Chuck Schumer), February 18, 2026

1. New York says Trump admin released Gateway tunnel funds after court order - The Hill, (Letitia James), February 18, 2026
2. NY Attorney General warns of ‘pig butchering’ investment scams - WCAX, (Letitia James), February 18, 2026
3. AG James warns of “pig butchering” investment scams - Fingerlakes1.com, (Letitia James), February 18, 2026
4. NY attorney general defends TPS for Haitians as court fight continues - The Haitian Times, (Letitia James), February 18, 2026
5. AG James Stops Sale of Gun Accessory that Aided Buffalo Shooter - Hudson Valley Press, (Letitia James), February 18, 2026

1. Democratic congressional candidates introduce themselves to voters - The Long Island Advance, (Andrew Garbarino), February 18, 2026

1. Latina House Republican asks Supreme Court to block Dems' bid to 'racially gerrymander' her out of Congress - Fox News, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 18, 2026

1. Stefanik, Mannion, Bipartisan New York Delegation Urge Domestic Gallium Production at Air Force Research Lab in Rome, NY, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik - New York, 21st (R), February 18, 2026

1. Congresswoman Tenney Announces Wayne County Sheriff Robert Milby as State of the Union Guest, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney – New York, 22nd (R), February 18, 2026
2. Congresswoman Tenney brings Milby to State of the Union - Fingerlakes1.com, (Claudia Tenney), February 18, 2026
3. Donald Trump Daytona 500 conspiracy floated by Rep. stirs up fans: ‘Such a cultist’ - PennLive.com, (Claudia Tenney), February 18, 2026

TRI-STATE: CT CONGRESS POST-ELECTION NEWS

U. S. Senate (Murphy)

1. US senators in Ukraine call for pressure on Russia, not just talks - Reuters, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
2. US senators visit key Ukrainian port city as they push for fresh sanctions on Russia - WKBN.com, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
3. Press Release: Blumenthal Criticizes Trump Administration's Decision to End Policy Protecting At-Risk Veterans from Firearm Purchases - Quiver Quantitative, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
4. Blumenthal Targets Political Prosecutions - CT News Junkie, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
5. Blumenthal Raises Alarm Over New Trump Administration Rule to Slash Disability Ratings for Thousands of Veterans - U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs (.gov), (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
6. US senators visit key Ukrainian port city as they push for fresh sanctions on Russia - WKMG, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
7. Russia Ukraine War US - timesdaily.com, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
8. US senators visit key Ukrainian port city as they push for fresh sanctions on Russia - oskaloosa.com, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
9. Blumenthal Slams Trump Administration's Reckless Decision to End Policy Preventi... - U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs (.gov), (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
10. ‘I will never forget the faces of kidnapped children.’ Blumenthal visits war‑torn Ukraine - News12 | New Jersey, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
11. Putin is ‘directly and purposefully’ attacking US businesses in Ukraine: Democratic senators - AOL.com, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026
12. US Senators Propose Bipartisan Sanctions Bill Targeting Russian Energy Buyers - Букви, (Richard Blumenthal), February 18, 2026

FROM THE BLOGS

Election Law Blog

1. “Republicans are eyeing major election changes. Trump’s mail voting crackdown isn’t one of them.”, February 18, 2026
2. “Callais Confusion, Power-Sharing, and the Inevitability of Proportional Representation”, February 18, 2026
3. “Meta Begins $65 Million Election Push to Advance A.I. Agenda”, February 18, 2026
4. “Colorado Democrats Push to Rip Up 2028 House Map for an Extra Edge”, February 18, 2026
5. “Trump administration escalates undermining elections by Fulton County FBI raid”, February 18, 2026
6. “Fusion Voting, Fusion Parties”–New Article, February 18, 2026
7. National Review: “The SAVE Act’s Virtuous Goals Are Not Worth the Cost”, February 18, 2026
8. How Louisiana v. Callais Could Impact Pre-Midterm Redistricting”, February 18, 2026
9. Ilya Somin, “Strengthen Democracy by Empowering People to Vote with their Feet,” at NYU Democracy Project Today, February 18, 2026