Westchester Political News Sample

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New York City Mayor

1. Eric Adams’ last-minute charter revision commission is hell bent on meeting ‘imminently’ – and self-funding if necessary - City & State New York, (Eric Adams), February 26, 2026
2. Mamdani supports 15 mph speed limit for cyclists in Central Park - Gothamist, (Eric Adams), February 26, 2026
3. Adams’ revenge from beyond the political grave - Politico, (Eric Adams), February 26, 2026
4. No new positions in prelim NYPD budget - Queens Chronicle, (Eric Adams), February 26, 2026
5. Will Mamdani Abolish Police, or Simply Make Them Obsolete - Counterpunch, (Eric Adams), February 26, 2026
6. Which campaign promises are missing from the mayor’s preliminary budget? - Yahoo, (Eric Adams), February 26, 2026

1. Andrew Cuomo SCHOOLS Mamdani! - 77 WABC, (Andrew Cuomo), February 26, 2026
2. NY Gov. Kathy Hochul asks Trump administration to refund New Yorkers $13.5 billion in tariff payments - ABC7 New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
3. ‘A public policy mistake’: Lawmakers oppose Hochul's effort to upend energy mandates - Times Union, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
4. Hochul calls Blakeman ‘tone deaf’ on tariffs - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
5. Governor Hochul Announces Start of Construction on $50M Affordable and Supportive Housing Development in Schenectady - Homes and Community Renewal (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
6. Hochul drubs Blakeman in Marist Poll as 33% of New Yorkers want to leave - NEWS10 ABC, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
7. The State of New York in an Election Year, February 2026 - Marist Poll, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
8. What are ‘moderate’ Democrats FOR? - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
9. N.Y. governor steps in to save resident's 'PB4WEGO' license plate - upi.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
10. Joint Senate-Assembly hearings on Governor Hochul’s 2026-2027 Executive Budget conclude on Thursday ~ Topics: Economic Development (Watch here beginning at 9:30 AM) and Taxes (2:00PM) - The New York State Senate (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
11. Hochul has highest approval rating since 2021, Marist poll finds - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
12. Hochul demands $13.5B refund for New Yorkers after Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs - Fox Business, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
13. Grandfather can keep his "PB4WEGO" license plate, N.Y. Gov. Kathy Hochul says - CBS News, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
14. Hochul Pressures White House to Issue Tariff Reimbursements to New York Businesses - Commercial Observer, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
15. Senator Harckham looks to hold the line on state’s green goals - The Capitol Pressroom, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
16. ‘PB4WEGO’: New York governor tells man he can keep his funny license plate after DMV objected - WVLT, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
17. Gov. Hochul calls on U.S. Treasury to refund $13.5B in tariff payments to New Yorkers - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
18. ‘PB4WEGO’: New York governor tells man he can keep his funny license plate after DMV objected - WFSB, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
19. Hochul's 'ZYN tax' opponents make their case at the state Capitol - Capitol Confidential with Dan Clark, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
20. NY business groups push Hochul to block proposed 75% 'bro tax' on nicotine pouches like Zyn: 'Chill' - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
21. Gov. Hochul appoints John Kagia as acting Executive Director Office of Cannabis Management - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
22. Church-based health service gets NYS grant - WUHF, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
23. Hochul calls for retraining of DHS agents after situation at Columbia - Fox News, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
24. Columbia Student Snatched By Federal Agents Who 'Lied' To Gain Entry: Governor - HuffPost, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
25. Advocates in Albany call for tax hikes to pay for free childcare - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026
26. ‘Tax the Rich’ Rally Draws 1,500 to Albany, but Not Mamdani or Hochul - The New York Times, (Kathy Hochul), February 26, 2026

1. Senate Leaders Warn Defense Department About Procuring Generic Drugs Overseas - ProPublica, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
2. The State of New York in an Election Year, February 2026 - Marist Poll, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
3. Sens. Cruz and Gillibrand Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Benefits for Public Safety Officers - texasinsider, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
4. New Yorkers hit by tariffs: Sen. Gillibrand pushes for $130 billion refund after Supreme Court decision - WHEC.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
5. Beachcomber - rockawave.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
6. Hochul demands $13.5 billion tariff refund for New Yorkers. Will families get money back? - Lohud, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
7. Vermont and New York's federal delegation react to President Trump's State of the Union Address - WPTZ, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
8. Gillibrand: Consumers owed refunds over Trump's illegal tariffs - niagara-gazette.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
9. Gillibrand wants $130B tariff refund for Americans - AOL.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
10. Gillibrand wants $130B tariff refund for Americans - MSN, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 26, 2026
11. Schumer defends Democrats who opposed Trump's SOTU immigration remarks - The National Desk, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
12. Southampton Resident Attends State of the Union Address - 27east, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
13. LIVE: Chuck Schumer holds a press conference on Epstein files - The Lufkin Daily News, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
14. Chuck Schumer on Epstein files: What are Bondi and Trump trying to hide? - WAAY 31 News, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
15. NEW MICROSITE: Lying Chuck Schumer - NRSC.org, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
16. Chuck Schumer Says Trump's State Of Union Shows He's In A State Of Delusion, GOP Calls The Speech 'Compelling' - Yahoo, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
17. Senate minority leader presses for clarity as US-Iran talks begin in Geneva - Anadolu Ajansı, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
18. Senate Dem Leader Schumer Holds News Conference on Epstein Files Release - C-SPAN, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
19. It is outrageous that ICE agents falsely represented themselves to arrest a Columbia graduate student by entering university-owned housing without a warrant. This is unacceptable. We need immediate answers from ICE on the student’s whereabouts. My offic - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
20. Chuck Schumer on Epstein probe: 'We will get to the truth' - WAAY 31 News, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
21. Under Donald Trump, manufacturing jobs are down by 100,000. - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
22. With costs out of control—who in America feels like they’re “winning so much”? Maybe billionaires, but that’s it. - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
23. The Epstein Files coverup keeps getting worse: The DOJ has apparently withheld several memos detailing accusations against Trump. @AGPamBondi: It's not your job to protect the President from embarrassment, it's your job to give Americans full access to th - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
24. Chuck Schumer leads New York Democrats’ bill to protect Pride flags at Stonewall & national park sites - Advocate.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
25. U.S. Senate Democrats hold a press conference calling on the Trump administration to release the entire Epstein files in Washington - Reuters Connect, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
26. Democrats vow accountability over Epstein 'cover-up' - communitynewspapergroup.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
27. Schumer introduces legislation to protect pride flag at national parks - FOX 5 New York, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
28. Democrats vow accountability over Epstein 'cover-up' - Barron News-Shield, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
29. LIVE: Chuck Schumer holds a press conference on Epstein files (Video) - Social News XYZ, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
30. Top Democrats accused of trying to block vote on Iran war powers resolution - Middle East Monitor, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
31. Democrats vow accountability over Epstein 'cover-up' - Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
32. Schumer and Goldman formally introduce bill to protect Rainbow Flag - PoliticsNY, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
33. Following Trump’s Bigoted Crusade Against LGBTQ+ Community, Rep. Goldman, Leader Schumer, Senator Gillibrand Formally Introduce Legislation to Protect the Pride Flag from Future Attacks & Removal - Congressman Daniel Goldman (.gov), (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
34. This Centrist Democrat Wants to Abolish ICE and Condition Aid to Israel - Zeteo | Substack, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
35. Democrats vow accountability over Epstein 'cover-up' - KMVU FOX 26 Medford, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
36. Will Senate vote today on government shutdown after State of the Union? - PhillyBurbs, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026
37. Schumer, Senate Democrats Hold Roundtable on Trump Presidency - NTD News, (Chuck Schumer), February 26, 2026

1. NY AG: Valve's loot boxes can get kids hooked on gambling - Engadget, (Letitia James), February 26, 2026
2. NY attorney general sues major video game maker over alleged gambling - Lohud, (Letitia James), February 26, 2026
3. Attorney General launches suit against Valve over alleged gambling - Brooklyn Eagle, (Letitia James), February 26, 2026
4. Valve is Being Sued by New York’s Attorney General for Promoting Gambling Through Loot Boxes - GamingBolt, (Letitia James), February 26, 2026
5. New York Attorney General Sues Valve Over Alleged In-Game Gambling - The Esports Advocate, (Letitia James), February 26, 2026
6. Loot Boxes Back in Court, as New York AG Sues Valve - Casino.org, (Letitia James), February 26, 2026
7. New York sues Valve, alleging its loot boxes are ‘quintessential gambling’ - The Verge, (Letitia James), February 26, 2026

1. Attorney General James Urges U.S. Supreme Court to Reject Unprecedented Attack on Birthright Citizenship, Attorney General: New York, February 26, 2026
2. Attorney General James Releases Statement on Death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam, Attorney General: New York, February 26, 2026

1. Harckham: Nearly $23 Million in State Funding for Local Roads—Double Since 2019 - The New York State Senate (.gov), (Peter Harckham (D)), February 26, 2026

1. New York lawmakers look to help New York homebuyers - NEWS10 ABC, (Carl Heastie), February 26, 2026

1. Staten Island challenger raises concerns over Malliotakis’ reaction to State of the Union ejection - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 26, 2026

FROM THE BLOGS

Election Law Blog

1. “Justice Department Sues 5 States, Most Republican-Led, for Voter Data”, February 27, 2026
2. “Mississippi’s Black Voters Brace for SCOTUS to Gut Their Political Clout”, February 27, 2026
3. “Three previously unknown donors gave $26 million to Trump-aligned dark money group”, February 27, 2026
4. “State election chiefs are huddling to plan responses to Trump’s expected interference in midterms”, February 26, 2026
5. “Trump, seeking executive power over elections, is urged to declare emergency”, February 26, 2026
6. “How can the Supreme Court protect electoral integrity?”, February 26, 2026
7. What Are the Likely Partisan Effects from a Pro-Party Supreme Court Decision in NRSC v. FEC?, February 26, 2026
8. “Forgotten Framers: Black Conventions and the Second Founding”, February 26, 2026
9. “Trump’s Favorite Voter-ID Bill Would Probably Backfire”, February 26, 2026
10. “Florida House approves new eligibility rules for voting, despite debate that it is a ‘poll tax by paperwork'”, February 26, 2026
11. “To fight ‘inherent distrust,’ Utah lawmakers say lieutenant governor shouldn’t run elections”, February 26, 2026
12. “Thune declares ‘talking filibuster’ dead”, February 26, 2026
13. “When public participation strengthens—and weakens—democratic governance”, February 26, 2026