Westchester Political News Sample

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1. New York City freezes rents for one million regulated apartments - Al Jazeera, (Bill de Blasio), June 27, 2026
2. Eric Adams EA SPORTS™ College Football 27 Player Ratings - Launch Ratings - Electronic Arts Home Page, (Eric Adams), June 27, 2026
3. Eric Adams Among Lineup Of Children Escorting Turkey Players Onto Pitch - The Onion, (Eric Adams), June 26, 2026

1. Governor Hochul Joins With Sail4th 250 and New York City, Navy and Coast Guard Officials to Detail Plans to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday - Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
2. GOP governor hopeful Bruce Blakeman blasts ‘dangerous’ Mamdani, Hochul in pitch to moderates - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
3. Gov. Hochul announces new investments supporting LGBTQ+ New Yorkers during Pride Month - WSTM, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
4. Details for Sail4th 250 celebration in New York City revealed. Here's what to know. - CBS News, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
5. Bruce Blakeman: Gov. Hochul to blame for NY’s affordability issues - NewsNation, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
6. Hochul advances nuclear development - Shelter Island Reporter, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
7. New York boosts LGBTQ+ support with additional investments, new legal hotline - WGRZ, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
8. Governor Hochul Marches Alongside New Yorkers at the New York City Pride March in Support of the State’s Vibrant LGBTQ+ Community - the wellsville sun, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
9. Will NYC primaries change Mamdani's relationship with Hochul? - CBS News, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
10. Trump, Hochul clash in lawsuits over NY ICE mask ban - Democrat and Chronicle, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
11. ICE mask ban takes effect in N.Y. amid dueling lawsuits and a race for governor - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
12. Pride Parade New York - GazetteXtra, (Kathy Hochul), June 28, 2026
13. ‘The Gilded Age’ wraps Capital Region filming in Stockade district - Times Union, (Kathy Hochul), June 27, 2026
14. Democrats hit back after Blakeman vows to Kill Ulster tax plan - Mid Hudson News, (Kathy Hochul), June 27, 2026
15. Trump, Hochul clash in dueling lawsuits over NY ICE restrictions - The Journal News | lohud.com, (Kathy Hochul), June 27, 2026
16. Hochul under fire after extending free healthcare for sex workers - Yahoo, (Kathy Hochul), June 27, 2026
17. On the Agenda with Nate Benson - WGRZ, (Kathy Hochul), June 27, 2026
18. Governor Hochul Announces Doubling the Empire State Service Corps to Connect More SUNY Students to Civic and Career Preparation - WebWire, (Kathy Hochul), June 27, 2026
19. SIENA POLL: Hochul favorability, approval ratings and lead over Blakeman edge up - Saratogian, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
20. NY Governor Kathy Hochul tries to get Bills chant going at new stadium, completely fails | OutKick - Fox News, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
21. What Does It Mean To "Stand Up For Buffalo"? - Defector, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
22. Blakeman demands Hochul probe over fatal Endwell motel fire, 'negligence' - Press & Sun-Bulletin, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
23. N.Y. Gov. Hochul announces 500 new paid service positions for students - SILive.com, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
24. Hochul: Supreme Court’s decision on temporary protected status will ‘cripple our healthcare system’ - Crain's New York, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
25. Kathy Hochul's Buffalo Bills chant fumbles into AWKWARD SILENCE - Fox News, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
26. Last Day of School Squabble - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
27. New laws aimed at ICE take effect in NY. Why Bruce Blakeman is criticizing them. - Newsday, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
28. Hochul breaks silence on DOJ Olmstead memo: 'We understand what is at stake' - Buffalo Toronto Public Media, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
29. New York Governor Celebrates Completion of 100-Mile Smart Path Connect Transmission - renewableenergymagazine.com, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
30. Democrats slam New York Republican candidate for ‘concentration camp’ remark - The Washington Post, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
31. Mamdani won't enforce SCOTUS ruling on deportation protection for Haitians, Syrians - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
32. Hochul announces $8.5M for Route 93 work in Niagara County - niagara-gazette.com, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
33. NY Gov. Hochul was frolicking on Buffalo Bills stadium grass — as candidates she endorsed fell to far-left - AOL.com, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
34. NY Governor and Attorney General Sue Trump Administration Over New Immigration Enforcement Laws - Caribbean Today, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
35. Local leaders urge Haitians, Syrians losing protective status to seek legal help - Spectrum News NY1, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026
36. New York Serves 396 Million Free School Meals as Governor Hochul Expands Universal Programme to Support Students and Ease Family Costs - Travel And Tour World, (Kathy Hochul), June 26, 2026

1. Sen. Chuck Schumer mercilessly booed at NYC Pride Parade - New York Post, (Chuck Schumer), June 28, 2026
2. Democrats Should Support the SAVE America Act - National Review, (Chuck Schumer), June 28, 2026
3. 2026 NYC Pride March - Rutland Herald, (Chuck Schumer), June 28, 2026
4. Pride Parade New York - goSkagit, (Chuck Schumer), June 28, 2026
5. Pride Parade New York | Nation | hjnews.com - The Herald Journal, (Chuck Schumer), June 28, 2026
6. Chuck Schumer Is Getting Back on His UFO Bullshit - jezebel.com, (Chuck Schumer), June 28, 2026
7. Senators call for military healthcare program to cover autism therapy as a basic benefit - NBC News, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 27, 2026
8. Sens. Lummis (R-WY) & Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) on Digital Assets - C-SPAN, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 27, 2026
9. Cruz Honors Knicks Bet With Jersey - 조선일보, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 27, 2026
10. Chuck Schumer Helps Lingua Franca Celebrate Tiny Pricks Project x Chorus Collaboration - WWD, (Chuck Schumer), June 27, 2026
11. Chuck Schumer could get on AOC train if she opts for White House — instead of targeting Senate seat - New York Post, (Chuck Schumer), June 27, 2026
12. Democrats and Trump are in sync on Iran - MR Online, (Chuck Schumer), June 27, 2026
13. Mamdani’s primary sweep, Schumer’s flagging power, could spur AOC White House bid: insiders - New York Post, (Chuck Schumer), June 27, 2026
14. Senator Padilla teams with Leader Schumer to secure elections - Lake County Record-Bee, (Chuck Schumer), June 27, 2026
15. Gillibrand, Murphy introduce bill to help seniors facing loneliness - Oneida Dispatch, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 26, 2026
16. Senators call for military healthcare program to cover autism therapy as a basic benefit - Yahoo, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 26, 2026
17. Sen. Cruz courts controversy in Knicks jersey after viral bet with Sen. Gillibrand - SILive.com, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 26, 2026
18. Exclusive: Son of pro-crypto New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand raises $30 million to launch a derivatives exchange - MSN, (Kirsten Gillibrand), June 26, 2026
19. Chuck Todd: Schumer, Jeffries couldn’t win a primary in New York City right now - The Hill, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
20. 'The View' co-host issues warning to Chuck Schumer amid socialist victories, says 'you're in danger' - Yahoo, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
21. Inside the Lingua Franca, Chorus and Tiny Pricks Project Host Cocktail to Celebrate 250 Years of America - WWD, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
22. Schumer warns admin over election records - Punchbowl News, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
23. City Of Jamestown Receives $1 Million In Brownfield Clean-Up Funding - WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
24. Schumer won’t ‘survive’ a primary against a DSA candidate: Joe Concha - Washington Examiner, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
25. Jewish leaders rush to defense of Hakeem Jeffries as emboldened DSA puts him in crosshairs - The Times of Israel, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
26. Chuck Schumer Helps Lingua Franca Celebrate Tiny Pricks Project x Chorus Collaboration - Yahoo News UK, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
27. Ana Navarro issues warning to Chuck Schumer after socialist victories, says 'you're in danger' - Fox News, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
28. Ithaca site, others to receive federal cleanup money - 607 News Now, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
29. Democrats Slam Trump’s Housing Bill Hold as GOP Urges Patience - The Well News, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
30. New York socialist surge reveals warning signs for Schumer - Washington Examiner, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
31. 'Sign the damn bill': Schumer, Warren & other Dems blast Trump for blocking affordable housing bill - The Economic Times, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026
32. AP Exclusive: Sen. Van Hollen backs El-Sayed for Michigan Senate in break from Democratic leadership - Houston Chronicle, (Chuck Schumer), June 26, 2026

1. AG Letitia James Arrests Man Who Stole Home and Life Savings of Elderly Woman With Dementia | WATCH - EURweb, (Letitia James), June 28, 2026
2. ICE mask ban takes effect in N.Y. amid dueling lawsuits and a race for governor - Spectrum News, (Letitia James), June 28, 2026
3. NY AG hopeful blasts Letitia James as Medicaid fraud recoveries collapse: 'She's not doing the job' - Fox News, (Letitia James), June 27, 2026
4. Queens man charged with deed theft from elderly woman with dementia - The Real Deal, (Letitia James), June 26, 2026

1. Capitol Conversations: Bureau reporters break down the latest - WXXI News, (Tom DiNapoli), June 26, 2026

1. Attorney General James Releases Footage from Investigation into Death of James Rosano, Attorney General: New York, June 26, 2026
2. Attorney General James Shuts Down Predatory Herkimer County Vape Shop, Attorney General: New York, June 26, 2026

1. Former Franklin County prison, 2042 Olympic bid topics for Speaker Heastie - The Malone Telegram, (Carl Heastie), June 28, 2026
2. Heastie brushes off growing DSA influence, defeat of incumbents in Albany - Spectrum News, (Carl Heastie), June 27, 2026
3. Heastie, Cashman announce $1 million for the Adirondack Watershed Institute - NCPR: North Country Public Radio, (Carl Heastie), June 27, 2026
4. New York Assembly speaker announces funding for the Adirondack Watershed Institute - WAMC, (Carl Heastie), June 26, 2026
5. Heastie, Cashman announce $1M for Adirondack Watershed Institute - Press-Republican, (Carl Heastie), June 26, 2026
6. NY State Assembly Speaker Heastie, Cashman tour PSC program; announce $1M funding - The Malone Telegram, (Carl Heastie), June 26, 2026
7. Heastie speaks on Camp Gabriels amendment, 2042 Olympic bid - The Daily Gazette, (Carl Heastie), June 26, 2026
8. After Banner Night, D.S.A. Sharpens Its Policy and Political Ambitions - The New York Times, (Carl Heastie), June 26, 2026

1. Greek American Lawmakers Raise Serious Concerns Over Proposed U.S. Military Sale to Turkey: Bilirakis, Malliotakis, Haridopoulos and Patronis Disagree with President Trump - Hellasjournal.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), June 27, 2026
2. Malliotakis Helps Keep Brooklyn Postal Unit Open - Representative Nicole Malliotakis | (.gov), (Nicole Malliotakis), June 26, 2026
3. Politics Unusual: Co-chairs of NYC-DSA, Rep. Malliotakis - FOX 5 New York, (Nicole Malliotakis), June 26, 2026
4. Malliotakis urging Trump to extend TPS for migrants after Supreme Court ruling - SILive.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), June 26, 2026
5. Rep. Malliotakis talks democratic socialism, run for reelection - Yahoo, (Nicole Malliotakis), June 26, 2026
6. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis joins Dem Greg Meeks’ quest to stop Trump’s $750M jet engine deal withTurkey - AOL.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), June 26, 2026

FROM THE BLOGS

Election Law Blog

1. Removing a federal candidate like Dan J. Sullivan from the ballot who is not bona fide is acceptable under U.S. Term Limits v. Thornton, June 27, 2026
2. “Colorado Supreme Court Delay Threatens Democratic Redistricting Effort”, June 27, 2026
3. “Quicker count, bigger turnout: L.A. County certifies 2026 primary election ballots”, June 27, 2026
4. “The Court That Will Believe Absolutely Anything Is ‘Race-Neutral’”, June 27, 2026
5. “Judge puts 2nd Dan Sullivan back on ballot in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race”, June 27, 2026
6. “Politician behind ‘top two’ primary has second thoughts”, June 27, 2026
7. “Duval GOP files lawsuit to disqualify Libertarian candidate from Jacksonville City Council race”, June 27, 2026
8. “Scott Perry backs bill to let state lawmakers, not voters, elect U.S. senators”, June 27, 2026
9. “Bill Pulte Picks G.O.P. Election Operative for Spy Agency Job”, June 26, 2026
10. “Elon Musk ordered to give deposition over alleged $1M voter giveaway fraud”, June 26, 2026
11. “Senate GOP scrambling for a strategy to please Trump on SAVE America Act”, June 26, 2026
12. “Trump Hits a Wall on Voter Fraud”, June 26, 2026
13. “New Data Shows Registration Systems Fail Our Youngest Voters”, June 26, 2026
14. Two Articles on Youth Voting in the Journal, Liberal Education, June 26, 2026
15. I’ll Be Speaking with Patt Morrison for July 27 Webcast, “Democracy on the Ballot: Voting Rights, the Supreme Court, and the Future Of Amerian Elections, June 26, 2026