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1. Who's the new head of the sprawling Port Authority? - Bergen Record, (Kathryn Garcia), February 5, 2026
2. RPA Statement on the Retirement of Rick Cotton and the Mutual… - RPA | Regional Plan Association, (Kathryn Garcia), February 5, 2026
3. New York and New Jersey Resolve Fight Over Port Authority Control - The New York Times, (Kathryn Garcia), February 5, 2026
4. Hochul-Sherrill showdown over Port Authority leadership ends with compromise - New York Daily News, (Kathryn Garcia), February 5, 2026
5. New Jersey, New York Port Authority names new leadership - NJ.com, (Kathryn Garcia), February 5, 2026
6. Kathryn Garcia expected to be confirmed as Port Authority's new executive director - Yahoo, (Kathryn Garcia), February 5, 2026
7. How to Pick a Viral Fight With Eric Adams - Hell Gate, (Eric Adams), February 5, 2026
8. Mayor slams Adams, Cuomo for $12B gap - Queens Chronicle, (Eric Adams), February 5, 2026
9. New City Rule Will Make It Harder to Get People Off Streets Into Shelter - THE CITY - NYC News, (Eric Adams), February 5, 2026
10. NYC Council flips Adams vetoes, COPA left behind - New York Amsterdam News, (Eric Adams), February 5, 2026
11. Exclusive | Senate launches probe of Mamdani’s anti-Israel orders, threatens NYC’s federal funding - New York Post, (Eric Adams), February 5, 2026

1. Press Release: Reps. Buddy Carter, Scott Peters, Nick Langworthy, Mike Levin, and Mike Carey Reintroduce Bipartisan PASTEUR Act to Address Antimicrobial Resistance - Quiver Quantitative, (Nick Langworthy), February 5, 2026
2. Zeldin slams Newsom, says his daily shots at Trump are hurting fire victims - New York Post, (Lee Zeldin), February 5, 2026
3. Andrew Cuomo Returns to the Airwaves on 77WABC - 77 WABC, (Andrew Cuomo), February 5, 2026
4. Zohran Mamdani: Why I’m Endorsing Kathy Hochul - The Nation, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
5. Why Did the BK Dems Unendorse Kathy Hochul? - Hell Gate, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
6. N.Y. Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, N.Y. AG Letitia James - cbsnews.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
7. Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes new legislation to limit local and state cooperation with ICE - bupipedream.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
8. Mamdani endorses Gov. Kathy Hochul for re-election - TheDailyNewsOnline.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
9. Gov. Kathy Hochul on her future in politics, energy bills and immigration policy - Capitol Confidential with Dan Clark, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
10. Returning favor, Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorses NY Gov. Kathy Hochul - USA Today, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
11. Safer Streets: Governor Hochul Announces Lowest Levels of Gun Violence on Record as Shootings Fall 61 Percent Since 2021 - Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
12. Mamdani endorses incumbent Kathy Hochul for governor - PIX11, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
13. Mamdani endorses Hochul for reelection as New York governor - AP News, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
14. Zohran Mamdani Endorses Governor Kathy Hochul for Reelection - La Voce di New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
15. NYC Mayor Mamdani endorses Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026 election - News12 | Long Island, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
16. NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Selects Adrienne Adams As Running Mate, Forming First Women-Led Ticket - Black Enterprise, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
17. Mayor Mamdani endorses Gov. Hochul's bid for reelection - ny1.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
18. Mamdani endorses Hochul in New York governor’s race - The Hill, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
19. Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed by NYC Mayor Mamdani, AG Letitia James - cbsnews.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
20. NYC Mayor Endorses Kathy Hochul For Governor - BKReader, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
21. Governor Kathy Hochul shares proposals to end at-home 'firearm factories' in a visit to Buffalo - WRVO, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
22. 50+ Democratic leaders from across Central New York endorse Governor Kathy Hochul for re-election - WSYR, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
23. Former Queens lawmaker to run as Hochul’s lieutenant governor - Queens Daily Eagle, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
24. Full Episode: Hochul Picks A Running Mate, Democratic Priorities and Alcohol Addiction Rates in NYS - WMHT, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
25. N.Y. Gov. Kathy Hochul taps Adrienne Adams as running mate, praises her as "a fighter" - cbsnews.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
26. Governor Hochul faces deadline on Friday at midnight to sign state Medical Aid in Dying Act - WHEC.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
27. Gov. Kathy Hochul picks ex-NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams as running mate - TheDailyNewsOnline.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
28. New York Governor Kathy Hochul agreed to sign Medical Aid in Dying Act - Yahoo, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
29. NYC Mayor Mamdani endorses incumbent Kathy Hochul for governor - PIX11, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
30. How Hochul Improved Her Prospects and Hurt an Adversary Along the Way - The New York Times, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
31. Governor Hochul Announces Completion of $35M Affordable and Supportive Housing Development in Downtown Rochester - Homes and Community Renewal (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
32. Kathy Hochul on Proposed ICE Legislation - wicz.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
33. Socialists not thrilled with Mamdani’s guv endorsement: ‘Even Zohran gets it wrong sometimes’ - City & State New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
34. Mamdani backs Hochul’s reelection bid - Washington Times, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
35. Four things to watch at the Dem Convention - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
36. Mayor Mamdani endorses Gov. Hochul - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
37. Mamdani Endorses Hochul for Re-election, Praising ‘Model’ Partnership - The New York Times, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
38. Zohran Mamdani respalda a Kathy Hochul gobernadora de Nueva York en 2026 - noticias.foxnews.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
39. Mamdani backs Hochul as NY governor’s race takes shape: See latest polls - FOX 5 New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
40. Gov. Kathy Hochul Selects Adrienne Adams As Running Mate, Forming NY's First Female-Led Ticket - Black Westchester, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
41. Oneida County Wants Gov. Hochul to Fix High Utility Bills - WKTV, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
42. Mamdani Endorses Hochul, Citing Commitment to Ending 'Era of Empty Promises' - Common Dreams, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
43. Brooklyn Democratic Party yanks support for Hochul over running mate - Brooklyn Paper, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
44. State credits GIVE program for record-low gun violence - WGRZ, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
45. Socialist mayor Mamdani backs Hochul in move that could reshape New York governor race - foxnews.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
46. Hochul pushes to void ICE, Broome County Sheriff's Office agreement - Press & Sun-Bulletin, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
47. Hochul Wants Local Police to Focus on Local Enforcement - The East Hampton Star, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
48. Hochul urges New Yorkers to prepare as extreme cold continues across state - Niagara Frontier Publications, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
49. NY Governor Kathy Hochul Launches Universal Child Care Pilot in Broome, Dutchess, and Monroe Counties - Hoodline, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
50. With Hochul endorsement, did Mamdani lose tax-the-rich leverage? - Gothamist, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
51. SIENA POLL: Hochul maintains overwhelming lead over Blakeman in governor’s race - Saratogian, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
52. Hochul picks new running mate - WWNY, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
53. Hochul & DEC announce 2026 'Free Fishing Days' in New York - Niagara Frontier Publications, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
54. Gov. Kathy Hochul makes historic choice for running mate - cbsnews.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
55. Brooklyn Democratic Party Pulls Support For Hochul Over Running Mate Pick - BKReader, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
56. Mamdani endorses Hochul for reelection as New York governor - The Independent, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
57. Socialist mayor Mamdani backs Hochul in move that could reshape New York governor race - WFMD, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
58. Gov. Hochul’s emissions sleight-of-hand is no substitute for action (Your Letters) - Syracuse.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
59. Mamdani crows about ‘model’ partnership with Hochul as he endorses her in 2026 NY gov race: ‘Forged a new era’ - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
60. Hochul draws fire from Jewish advocates, unions over ‘underwhelming’ running mate pick - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
61. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani Backs Gov. Kathy Hochul for Reelection, Highlighting Unified Democratic Front - Hoodline, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
62. Lieutenant Governor — Queens News - Queens Daily Eagle, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
63. AG James endorses Gov. Hochul and Adrienne Adams, calling them "Dedicated public servants" - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
64. NYC Mayor Mamdani endorses Gov. Hochul for reelection - New York Daily News, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026
65. New York governor picks a new running mate, as her current No. 2 moves to unseat her - WCAX, (Kathy Hochul), February 5, 2026

1. Schumer and Gillibrand secure over $22 million in federal funding for the Bronx - Bronx Times, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 5, 2026
2. Schumer and Gillibrand secure over $22 million in federal funding for the Bronx - PoliticsNY, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 5, 2026
3. Congress approves full funding for the World Trade Center Health Program - WBNG, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 5, 2026
4. $500K in Federal Funding to Expand Mental Health Support for New York Law Enforcement - WENY News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 5, 2026
5. Schumer, Gillibrand announce nearly $30 million in federal funding for the Hudson Valley - Times Union, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 5, 2026
6. Congress approves legislation to fully fund 9/11 health program - Yahoo News UK, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 5, 2026
7. Schumer announces $194 million secured for Skibird planes used by 109th Airlift Wing - Yahoo, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 5, 2026
8. Trump promises Schumer funding for NY tunnel project — if Penn Station and Dulles Airport are renamed after him - cnn.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
9. Unified or divided? Inside the complicated relationship of Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries. - MS NOW, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
10. Sen. Chuck Schumer fights for Job Corps and preserves funds - Democrat and Chronicle, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
11. Chuck Schumer Defends U.S. Arming Israel as Trump Admin Approves $6.7 Billion Weapons Sale - Democracy Now!, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
12. 'ICE behaviour not law enforcement, it's thuggery' — US Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer - TRT World, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
13. Jeffries, Schumer lay out 10 demands to fund DHS, avoid next government shutdown - New York Post, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
14. Senate is not ‘anywhere close’ to a funding deal as ICE fight intensifies - latimes.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
15. Senate Dems Who Pushed Meatier ICE Reform Shy Away From Criticizing Schumer’s Softer Package - The Intercept, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
16. Minority leader seeks Senate lawsuit for release of Epstein files, faces Republican objection - Anadolu Ajansı, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
17. Schumer Subtly Pivots, Saying ICE Can Wear Masks in “Unusual” Circumstances - Truthout, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
18. 'Reckless political stunt': GOP senator blocks Schumer's Epstein resolution - Scripps News, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
19. Schumer Resolution to Force Release of Epstein Files Blocked in the Senate - C-SPAN, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
20. Chuck Schumer Promises 'Morning Joe' Democrats Will Not Let Trump Bully Voting Officials After Georgia Raid | Video - TheWrap, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
21. Epstein’s help sought in bid to meet Chuck Schumer, files reveal - Al Jazeera, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
22. Dems embrace "law and order" in ICE shutdown fight - Axios, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
23. "Schumer needs to get the hell out": House Democrats fume over DHS funding talks - Axios, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
24. US Senate minority leader accuses immigration agency of endangering public safety, urges legislative action - Anadolu Ajansı, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
25. A Homeland Security shutdown grows more likely as Republicans rebuff Democratic demands for ICE - San Antonio Express-News, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
26. NY's Job Corps centers will stay open after federal funding fight - Democrat and Chronicle, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
27. Everybody Hates Chuck, Part Three - National Review, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
28. US Senate Republicans block attempt to sue Trump administration over Epstein files - News From The States, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
29. Britt to lead DHS funding talks for Republicans as Democrats detail ICE restraints - Alabama Daily News, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
30. Dems outline 10 demands in letter to GOP leaders in ICE funding fight - Axios, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
31. Democrats issue 10 demands for De­partment of Homeland Security reform - Spectrum News, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
32. Senate Republicans, Democrats negotiate on immigration enforcement funding - thenationaldesk.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
33. Who’s in charge?! Hill Democrats want to know who is leading ICE reform talks – or if White House is - The Independent, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
34. Democrats demand ‘dramatic changes’ at ICE before they’ll approve Homeland Security funding - OregonLive.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
35. What Democrats Are Demanding in the Fight Over ICE Funding - Bucks County Beacon, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026
36. Democrats Demand ICE Make 10 Changes: Read Full List - Newsweek, (Chuck Schumer), February 5, 2026

1. George Latimer Salutes Scarsdale10583 in the House of Representatives - Scarsdale10583.com, (George Latimer (D)), February 5, 2026

1. Zohran Mamdani, Letitia James endorse Kathy Hochul for governor - cbsnews.com, (Letitia James), February 5, 2026
2. AG James endorses Gov. Hochul and Adrienne Adams, calling them "Dedicated public servants" - WRGB, (Letitia James), February 5, 2026
3. Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed by NYC Mayor Mamdani, AG Letitia James - cbsnews.com, (Letitia James), February 5, 2026
4. NY and NJ sue Trump administration over $16B project - Westfair Communications, (Letitia James), February 5, 2026
5. New York attorney general deploying legal observers to monitor ICE - LI Press, (Letitia James), February 5, 2026
6. Attorney General Letitia James to deploy legal observers to document ICE activity across New York State - WWNY, (Letitia James), February 5, 2026
7. Attorney General Letitia James to deploy legal observers to document ICE activity across New York State - WBNG, (Letitia James), February 5, 2026
8. N.Y. Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, N.Y. AG Letitia James - cbsnews.com, (Letitia James), February 5, 2026

1. Q&A: Assembly Health Chair Amy Paulin on the biggest challenges facing New York health care - Crain's New York Business, (NY Assembly: Amy Paulin (D) - Westchester), February 5, 2026
2. Assembly sponsor discusses Medical Aid in Dying amendments as vote is expected Wednesday - WRGB, (NY Assembly: Amy Paulin (D) - Westchester), February 5, 2026

1. New York lawmakers eye utility bills and how rates are set by state regulators - Times Union, (Andrea Stewart-Cousins (D) - Yonkers), February 5, 2026

1. Assembly GOP Leader Will Barclay to step down, retire at end of term - City & State New York, (Carl Heastie), February 5, 2026

1. Malliotakis, Scarcella-Spanton Push Bipartisan Solution to Tackle SNAP Fraud - Representative Nicole Malliotakis | (.gov), (Nicole Malliotakis), February 5, 2026
2. Malliotakis, Scarcella-Spanton Push Bipartisan Solution to Tackle SNAP Fraud, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis - New York, 11th (R), February 5, 2026
3. Bloomberg Talks: Nicole Malliotakis - Bloomberg, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 5, 2026
4. Map redraw for 11th District on hold ahead of Friday deadline, as Malliotakis sues - Brooklyn Eagle, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 5, 2026
5. Pols push latest effort to curb SNAP fraud - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 5, 2026
6. Staten Island Hero Michael Ollis Posthumously Awarded Medal of Honor - Vision Times, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 5, 2026
7. Watch Aggressive ICE Tactics Have 'Not Been Popular,' Says Malliotakis - Bloomberg, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 5, 2026
8. Watch Congressional Dems List ICE Demands | Balance of Power: Early Edition 2/05/2026 - Bloomberg, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 5, 2026
9. MTA nets $62M more than expected from unpopular congestion pricing — proving it’s nothing but a cash grab: critics - New York Post, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 5, 2026
10. Actor Huia Max Rose shares her beautifully bespoke wedding - Now to Love NZ, (Max Rose), February 5, 2026

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Election Law Blog

1. Watch My Extended Interview on PBS/CNNi Amanpour & Co. on the Current Threat to Free and Fair Elections Sadly Coming FROM the Federal Government, February 5, 2026
2. Quiet Part Out Loud Dep’t: Trey Trainor Says He “Fought for” Trump “Every Single Day Throughout the Biden Presidency” When He Was an FEC Commissioner, February 5, 2026
3. “This Supreme Court decision could upend millions in political spending ahead of the midterms. Here’s how the parties are preparing.”, February 5, 2026
4. “White House Offers Shifting Story on Gabbard’s Presence at Georgia Raid”, February 5, 2026
5. “Maryland senator lodges one-man protest to push for redistricting vote”, February 5, 2026
6. “Electoral Due Process”, February 5, 2026
7. Bob Bauer: “Yet Another Sign that the Trump Administration is Laying the Groundwork for Election Intervention?”, February 5, 2026
8. “Trump’s Claims About Noncitizens Voting Are False. We Can Prove It.”, February 5, 2026
9. “Judge dismisses claims in lawsuit that sought Fulton County 2020 ballots”, February 5, 2026
10. Rick Pildes is Primary ELB Blogger the Week of February 9, February 5, 2026
11. Despite the Apparent Lack of Any Significant Federal Issue, City of Huntington Beach California Will Seek U.S. Supreme Court Review of a Ruling that the City’s Voter ID Law is Preempted by State Law, February 5, 2026