New York State Political News Sample

NEW YORK ELECTION NEWS

New York City Mayor

1. De Blasio breaks down LA mayor’s race - NewsNation, (Bill de Blasio), June 3, 2026

1. Press Release: Congressman Nick Langworthy Addresses Violent Stabbing Incident Involving Illegal Immigrants in Cattaraugus County - Quiver Quantitative, (Nick Langworthy), June 3, 2026
2. Press Release: Congressman Nick Langworthy Introduces CHECK Act to Enhance Transparency in Healthcare Costs - Quiver Quantitative, (Nick Langworthy), June 3, 2026
3. Source: Lee Zeldin to appear with Rep. Mike Lawler at EPA event - Spectrum News, (Lee Zeldin), June 3, 2026
4. Lee Zeldin’s EPA is putting the US on a path toward a recycling revolution - Washington Examiner, (Lee Zeldin), June 3, 2026
5. Press Release: Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Requests DOJ Update on Andrew Cuomo Criminal Referral - Quiver Quantitative, (Andrew Cuomo), June 3, 2026
6. Governor Hochul Announces New York City Winner of Downtown Revitalization Initiative and NY Forward Program - Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
7. Kathy Hochul declares Pride Month across New York - Lohud, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
8. New York backtracked on its climate goals. Here’s why. - grist.org, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
9. Atlantic Writer’s Son Offers Bold Advice To Democrats: Pretend To Be A Sports Moron - Defector, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
10. NY Senate might run out of time for Hochul nominations - Newsday, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
11. Wylde: The cost of living finally gets Albany’s attention - Crain's New York, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
12. Greg Abbott mocked by Kathy Hochul before Knicks vs. Spurs - Chron, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
13. As World Cup nears, Hochul unveils $6M NY Kicks fund for community soccer - Brooklyn Paper, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
14. Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani Announce the Launch of City’s 2-K Application Process - Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
15. How Gov. Kathy Hochul is making her case for a new term - Newsday, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
16. New Yorkers press Hochul to oust Mamdani from City Hall, say he’s too soft on antisemitism - amNewYork, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
17. Kathy Hochul is a ‘pro-criminal governor,’ Bruce Blakeman says - Fox News, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
18. Governor Hochul, Mayor Mamdani launch applications for free 2-K childcare program in select New York City school districts - ABC7 New York, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
19. Mayor Mamdani and Gov. Hochul Hold News Conference on Child Care - C-SPAN, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
20. East Williamsburg wins $20M in state grants to revitalize its downtown - Brooklyn Eagle, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
21. Free childcare: NYC officially opens applications for first 2-K seats this September - amNewYork, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
22. Applications open for free Queens 2-K seats - Queens Daily Eagle, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
23. Gov. Hochul reaches five-year labor deal with SUNY’s 42,000-member faculty union - WSTM, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
24. Mamdani, Hochul launch 2-K child care pilot applications - Brooklyn Eagle, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
25. Senators urge Governor to adopt Aug 15 as India Independence Day in New York state - India Today, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
26. Seagle Music Colony expansion furthered by state funding award - Sun Community News, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
27. NYC’s 2-K child care program is now open for applications: What you need to know. - New York Daily News, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
28. New York Democrats have launched their latest push to disenfranchise Republican voters - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
29. Jeremy Cooney leads the India Independence Day resolution - Diya TV, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
30. Governor Hochul issues proclamation designating June, 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month - Flack Broadcasting, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
31. Gov. Hochul responds to AI images of President Trump, Gov. Abbott dunking on her - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
32. GOVERNOR HOCHUL’S OFFICE: “Significant” steps announced in development of at-least one GW of advanced nuclear energy in Upstate New York - Flack Broadcasting, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
33. Hochul’s school phone ban a great success to copy - New York Daily News, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
34. ICE agents will not be allowed to detain or arrest immigrants in these areas under certain conditions - El Cronista, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026
35. New York iGaming Bill Dead Again: Governor Hochul Refuses to Support Online Casino Legalization in 2026 Session - Bettors Insider, (Kathy Hochul), June 3, 2026

1. Gillibrand Bill Puts a Human in the Loop - Small Wars Journal, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 3, 2026
2. ‘You’re On’: Senators Gillibrand and Cruz Bet on the NBA Finals - The New York Sun, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 3, 2026
3. New bill aims to regulate military uses of AI - Defense One, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 3, 2026
4. WATCH: Dem senators excuse Platner's conduct at crisis huddle with embattled Maine candidate - Yahoo, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 3, 2026
5. Former MO Senator Jim Talent on Chuck Schumer and his sad face when talking about Graham Platner. - The Hugh Hewitt Show, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
6. Top Democrats call for legislative death of Trump's 'lawfare' compensation funds - National Desk, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
7. Chuck Schumer stands by Graham Platner and avoids questions after DC meeting - Bangor Daily News, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
8. The Latest: Rubio hopes talks between Lebanon and Israel will end hostilities - FOX 44, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
9. How Congress Can Pass a New Voting Rights Act Despite the Supreme Court - Slate, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
10. Schumer backs Platner despite scrutiny over Nazi tattoo, online comments - JNS.org, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
11. Schumer calls on Olympic committee to include women’s Nordic combined competition in 2030 winter games - Adirondack Explorer, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
12. Senate begins voting on funding immigration enforcement after Trump's settlement fund is dropped - Midland Reporter-Telegram, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
13. DAVID MARCUS: The age of the Democratic Party blocking fringe outsiders is officially over - Fox News, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
14. Senate will begin voting on funding immigration enforcement after Trump's settlement fund is dropped - Beaumont Enterprise, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
15. NRSC Slams Liberal Josh Turek in New Ad - NRSC.org, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
16. Chuck Schumer Vows Senate Vote To Kill $2 Billion MAGA Slush Fund: Trump And Blanche's Words Are 'Worthless' - Benzinga, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
17. 'Corruption in broad daylight': Democrats and some Republicans decry anti-weaponization fund - KCRA, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
18. Former Maryland Sta Sen. Bobby Zirkin warns bipartisanship is becoming a primary liability - National Desk, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026
19. Schumer meets with Maine Senate candidate Platner ahead of primary - WSAU, (Chuck Schumer), June 3, 2026

1. N.Y. sues Trump administration over $1 billion payment to company to end an offshore wind project - CBS News, (Letitia James), June 3, 2026
2. NY AG probing Compass over antitrust concerns - The Real Deal, (Letitia James), June 3, 2026
3. Oswego County Democratic Committee to host Attorney General Letitia James at fundraiser - Oswego County News Now, (Letitia James), June 3, 2026
4. NY AG Letitia James Sues Trump Admin Over TotalEnergies Deal, Calls It A 'Sham' That Destroys Union Jobs - Benzinga, (Letitia James), June 3, 2026

1. New York Assembly won’t vote on plastics bill, speaker says - E&E News by POLITICO, (Carl Heastie), June 3, 2026
2. Wednesday Headlines: Overtime You Say Edition - Streetsblog Empire State, (Carl Heastie), June 3, 2026
3. New York lawmakers plan to approve one-year data center moratorium - Politico, (Carl Heastie), June 3, 2026

1. House Homeland Security - WV News, (Andrew Garbarino), June 3, 2026
2. ‘That’s a Flat Out Lie!’ Secretary Mullin Brings Committee Hearing to a Halt After Hitting Back at Dem - Yahoo, (Andrew Garbarino), June 3, 2026
3. House Homeland Security - Bluefield Daily Telegraph, (Andrew Garbarino), June 3, 2026
4. Noem Spirals When Asked Who Let in Alleged National Guard Shooter - The New Republic, (Andrew Garbarino), June 3, 2026

1. Malliotakis Testimony on Proposed NYC Water Rate Increase - Representative Nicole Malliotakis | (.gov), (Nicole Malliotakis), June 3, 2026
2. Malliotakis Testimony on Proposed NYC Water Rate Increase, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis - New York, 11th (R), June 3, 2026
3. Press Release: Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis Submits Testimony Against Proposed NYC Water Rate Increase - Quiver Quantitative, (Nicole Malliotakis), June 3, 2026
4. Congresswoman Calls for Treason Investigation Against Democrats Helping Cuba - Military.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), June 3, 2026

1. Congresswoman Tenney Leads Letter Urging DOJ Action on Criminal Referral of Former Governor Andrew Cuomo, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney – New York, 22nd (R), June 3, 2026
2. Press Release: Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Requests DOJ Update on Andrew Cuomo Criminal Referral - Quiver Quantitative, (Claudia Tenney), June 3, 2026

1. Interview: Former Congressman John Katko talks Iran War - WSYR, (John Katko), June 3, 2026

TRI-STATE: CT CONGRESS POST-ELECTION NEWS

U. S. Senate (Murphy)

1. Lawmakers Demand Answers After the White House Initiated a $620M Loan to a Firm Tied to Donald Trump Jr. - ProPublica, (Richard Blumenthal), June 3, 2026
2. U.S. Senators Britt, Blumenthal introduce GAME ACT; what is it? - SportsLine, (Richard Blumenthal), June 3, 2026
3. Senate Confirms Trump Judge Kathleen Lane - Legis1, (Richard Blumenthal), June 3, 2026
4. Bacon, Pappas, Blumenthal Introduce New Comprehensive Legislation to Crack Down on Claim Sharks Scamming Veterans - Congressman Don Bacon (.gov), (Richard Blumenthal), June 3, 2026

FROM THE BLOGS

Election Law Blog

1. “Beyond the Purcell Principle”, June 4, 2026
2. SSRN RIP, June 4, 2026
3. “In Alabama Ruling, Supreme Court Signals Limited Role for Federal Courts in Redistricting Fights”, June 4, 2026
4. “Supreme Court keeps backing GOP even as justices say they don’t play politics”, June 4, 2026
5. “Top Texas Election Official to Resign, Months Before General Contest”, June 3, 2026
6. “Democracy is what should happen between the parties, not within them”, June 3, 2026
7. “Election officials brace for Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballot deadlines”, June 3, 2026
8. Pam Fessler: “Guide to Help Citizens Protect the Vote”, June 3, 2026
9. Deuel Ross of the LDF and I Joined Leah Litman for a Strict Scrutiny Podcast/Youtube Discussion of The Supreme Court’s Abominable Shadow Docket Ruling Out of Alabama, June 3, 2026
10. “How Congress Can Pass a New Voting Rights Act Despite the Supreme Court”, June 3, 2026
11. “Can a social media post nullify your vote? Indiana recount tests obscure law”, June 3, 2026
12. “Democratic Voters Acted Strategically in a Turbulent California Election”, June 3, 2026
13. Michael Latner: A Response to Rick Pildes on Proportional Representation and Fragmentation, June 3, 2026
14. The Alabama Decision and Ballot Access, June 3, 2026
15. Are Mid-Decade Republican Districting Maps More Competitive Than Republicans Think?, June 3, 2026