Westchester Political News Sample

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New York City Mayor

1. Why Does Jessica Tisch Keep Stocking the NYPD's Most Problematic Unit With Problematic Cops? - hellgatenyc.com, (Eric Adams), September 16, 2026
2. New York City Mayor Mamdani still without federal security clearance - tribune.com.pk, (Eric Adams; Bill de Blasio), September 16, 2026
3. Mamdani to ‘reimagine’ Vision Zero: more ‘daylighting’ at corners, targeting bad drivers - Yahoo News Canada, (Bill de Blasio), September 16, 2026
4. NYPD’s $3.6B pension program ripe for disability fraudsters: scathing probe - New York Post, (Eric Adams), September 16, 2026

1. Press Release: House Passes Nick Langworthy’s Northern Border Security Bill - quiverquant.com, (Nick Langworthy), September 16, 2026
2. Trump admin moves to gut Biden's signature environmental rules - Fox News, (Lee Zeldin), September 16, 2026
3. Opinion | Kathy Hochul’s ‘Energy Rebate Checks’ - WSJ, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
4. Kathy Hochul reveals how deep her Buffalo Bills roots run | Exclusive Q&A - Democrat and Chronicle, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
5. Teachers unions to Hochul on federal school choice tax credit: ‘Opt out right now’ - Chalkbeat, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
6. During New York Fashion Week, Governor Hochul Spotlights New York’s Efforts To Advance Adaptive Fashion For People With Disabilities | Empire State Development - Empire State Development (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
7. NYC teachers union flexes political muscle in bid to unwind Hochul support for Trump voucher plan - New York Daily News, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
8. Kathy Hochul Says New York to Mail up To $200 Energy Rebate Checks to 8.2 Million Households — Here’s Who Qualifies - yahoo.com, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
9. Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman take on rising energy costs - NBC New York, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
10. Hochul announces first-in-nation flood monitoring network for New York - WCAX, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
11. Gov. Kathy Hochul - The Post Star, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
12. North Country sheriffs challenge law banning ICE cooperation - WWNY, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
13. Scaffold Law is reform on the affordable housing agenda - spectrumlocalnews.com, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
14. Sen. Pam Helming and community leaders urge Gov. Hochul to sign rural suicide bill - 13wham.com, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
15. Hochul responds to critics of N.Y. energy rebate checks - Spectrum News NY1, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
16. As Gov. Kathy Hochul touts energy rebate checks, Bruce Blakeman says it's not enough - NBC New York, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
17. Lawler Hits Conley on Data Centers, Sidesteps His Own Stance - New York Focus, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
18. Port Henry Fire Dept. included in state's $25M capital grant funding - Sun Community News, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
19. Will NYC’s Penn Station be named after Trump? Gov. Hochul was asked — here’s her answer - SILive.com, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
20. Governor Hochul unveils data center framework, organizations want more say - WSTM, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
21. A House takeover starts in N.Y.? Gov. Hochul lists the races she says could flip Congress - SILive.com, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
22. Gov. Hochul introduces 'Community Investment Framework' for AI data centers - wkbw.com, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
23. Governor Hochul Celebrates Official Groundbreaking of $167 Million Chelsea Beacon Redevelopment in Manhattan - Empire State Development (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
24. New data centers could pay $1M per megawatt to towns in New York - WSYR, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
25. Hudson Valley Politicians Push Hochul to Shut Down ICE - The New Paltz Oracle, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
26. Governor Hochul Announces 15 Startups Selected as Semi-finalists for Final 43North Competition in Buffalo - Empire State Development (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
27. FILE PHOTO: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul speaks to the media during a rally with immigration advocates in New York City - The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
28. Gov. Hochul announces increased eligibility for energy rebates - Audacy, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
29. Governor Hochul unveils data center framework, organizations want more say - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
30. Hochul wants 2.5 million more homes in discount utility bill program - timesunion.com, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
31. Hochul releases how-to guide for towns to negotiate data center deals - The Post Star, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
32. 15 sheriffs sue Hochul, James over immigration cooperation law - WRGB, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
33. New York proposes $1 million per megawatt community investment for data centers - WTVB, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
34. Hochul: Energy rebate checks going to 8.2 million NYS households starting next week - Niagara Frontier Publications, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
35. Governor Hochul urging New Yorkers to check if they qualify for discounts on utility bills - wkbw.com, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
36. Hochul: 2.5 million more NY households eligible to get discounts on utility bills - Niagara Frontier Publications, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
37. More New Yorkers could save up to $500 a year on utility bills under expanded state program - News12 | Bronx, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026
38. NY seeks to enroll more households in utility discounts - WSHU, (Kathy Hochul), September 16, 2026

1. Rev. Brian Benjamin Haller Obituary Sep 16, 2026 - weigelfuneralhomes.com, (Brian Benjamin), September 16, 2026

1. Congress is finally talking about menopause - The 19th News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
2. Sen. Cruz Hosts Roundtable on TREY’s Law to Protect Child Sexual Abuse Survivors - Senator Ted Cruz (.gov), (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
3. Gilli­brand targets Trump tax law as af­ford­ability fight takes center stage ahead of midterms - spectrumlocalnews.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
4. Experts at first congressional hearing on menopause say more research, better treatment is needed - newsday.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
5. Amid NYFW, Nadler & Gillibrand Reintroduce FABRIC Act To Support Garment Workers And Revitalize The US Fashion Industry - House.gov, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
6. U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand speaks inside Bargain Grocery in Utica, NY on Friday, July 17, 2026. Regarding families statewide, Senator Gillibrand addressed both the direct impact of soaring grocery prices, and the cost of necessary household items. - Arizona Daily Sun, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
7. U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand speaks inside Bargain Grocery in Utica, NY on Friday, July 17, 2026. Regarding families statewide, Senator Gillibrand addressed both the direct impact of soaring grocery prices, and the cost of necessary household items. - The Lufkin Daily News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
8. U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand speaks inside Bargain Grocery in Utica, NY on Friday, July 17, 2026. Regarding families statewide, Senator Gillibrand addressed both the direct impact of soaring grocery prices, and the cost of necessary household items. - The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
9. Chairman Rick Scott, Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand to Hold First Ever Congressional Hearing on Menopause - EIN News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
10. Gillibrand, food bank leaders blast Trump administration for cutting SNAP funding - Mid Hudson News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
11. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Suspended From Practicing Law in New York, Along With 1,000 Others - alabnews.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
12. Lawmakers continue to raise concerns about VA clinic closure in Rotterdam - WAMC, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
13. Lawmakers seek federal help as 9/11 pension costs soar - newsday.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
14. Democrats split over Clarity Act as Senate vote nears - investinglive.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
15. Massena Airport to receive over $900,000 of funding - Yahoo, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
16. Crypto Stocks Fall as the Senate Blocks the CLARITY Act, and That Is Fine - Startup Fortune, (Kirsten Gillibrand), September 16, 2026
17. Scoop: Schumer's super PAC doubles down in Michigan - Axios, (Chuck Schumer), September 16, 2026
18. Chuck Schumer Calls Out Trump for Blaming Ukraine on Diesel Prices - Benzinga, (Chuck Schumer), September 16, 2026
19. Raymond O’Mara: Policy director, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (NY) - The Hill, (Chuck Schumer), September 16, 2026
20. Trump targets naturalized citizen voters ahead of midterms - CaloNews.com, (Chuck Schumer), September 16, 2026
21. Minority Leader Schumer Slams President Trump's Dismissal of AI Concerns - c-span.org, (Chuck Schumer), September 16, 2026
22. Attorney General Blanche accuses Democrats of phony ‘panic’ over AI before midterm elections - Washington Times, (Chuck Schumer), September 16, 2026
23. Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act - WPLG Local 10, (Chuck Schumer), September 16, 2026
24. Josh Turek’s Bestie Chuck Schumer - NRSC.org, (Chuck Schumer), September 16, 2026

1. AG James goes after expedited DOB review scheme - The Real Deal, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
2. 15 sheriffs sue Hochul, James over immigration cooperation law - WSTM, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
3. AG Letitia James, NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani rally ahead of DHS change to 'public charge' - WRGB, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
4. Trump admin argues Lindsey Halligan should return to US attorney post - Politico, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
5. Trump DOJ demands SCOTUS take the wheel after probe of Letitia James' civil fraud case stalls, points out 'a better vehicle' already exists - yahoo.com, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
6. AG Letitia James Challenges Attack on Immigrant Families - Hudson Valley Press, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
7. New York leads legal fight against public charge rule as Haitian immigrants brace for impact - The Haitian Times, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
8. DOJ seeks to revive cases against Comey, James a year after dismissals - The Washington Post, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
9. AG James, Local Government Preserve 57 Affordable Housing Units in Bed-Stuy - BKReader, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
10. Appeals court likely to uphold DISMISSAL of James Comey, Letitia James cases - Modern Ghana, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
11. 15 sheriffs sue Hochul, James over immigration cooperation law - WRGB, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
12. States, cities sue over Trump rule seeking to deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits - brooklyneagle.com, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
13. Trump DOJ's Bid To Revive Comey and James Cases Runs Into Appointment Questions at Appeals Court - inkl.com, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026
14. Watch Guy Benson exposes Letitia James' hypocrisy on New York's migrant crisis - The Guy Benson Show - FOX One, (Letitia James), September 16, 2026

1. Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Opens Investigation into Civilian Death in the Bronx, Attorney General: New York, September 16, 2026
2. Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Opens Investigation into Civilian Death in Greene County, Attorney General: New York, September 16, 2026
3. Attorney General James Secures More Than $1 Million in Refunds for New Yorkers Cheated by Westchester Car Dealerships, Attorney General: New York, September 16, 2026
4. Attorney General James, IMPACCT Brooklyn, HCR, and HPD Preserve Affordable Housing in Central Brooklyn, Attorney General: New York, September 16, 2026

1. Malliotakis Bill to Protect Taxpayers from Ghost Preparers Passes House Unanimously - House.gov, (Nicole Malliotakis), September 16, 2026
2. Malliotakis Bill to Protect Taxpayers from Ghost Preparers Passes House Unanimously, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis - New York, 11th (R), September 16, 2026
3. Press Release: Nicole Malliotakis Bill to Protect Taxpayers from Ghost Preparers Passes House Unanimously - quiverquant.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), September 16, 2026
4. Major Richard Star Act clears House hurdle, with Malliotakis as holdout - Brooklyn Eagle, (Nicole Malliotakis), September 16, 2026
5. Got burned by a dishonest tax preparer? Malliotakis bill to help passes House - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), September 16, 2026
6. Congress Gets a “Film and TV Caucus”: Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Push for More U.S. Production - Yahoo, (Nicole Malliotakis), September 16, 2026
7. Miller Field umbrella confusion sparks flood of calls from Staten Island parents - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), September 16, 2026
8. 7 GOP defections on Iran vote. Staten Island’s Malliotakis wasn’t one of them. Here’s what she said - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), September 16, 2026

DEMOCRACY FOR AMERICA

Democracy for America

1. ‘A New Democracy’ for America - The Washington Informer, (Democracy for America), September 16, 2026