Westchester Political News Sample

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New York City Mayor

1. Kathryn Garcia the right pick to lead Port Authority - Newsday, (Kathryn Garcia), February 17, 2026
2. What Universal Childcare Should Look Like - Jacobin, (Bill de Blasio), February 17, 2026
3. Opinion: Mamdani Must Do More Than Just Undo the Mistakes of Eric Adams - Streetsblog New York City, (Eric Adams), February 17, 2026
4. Ex-Biden official tapped to lead Mamdani audit of sanctuary law violations at six city agencies, including NYPD - New York Post, (Bill de Blasio), February 17, 2026
5. What to Make of Mayor Adams’ Last-Day Charter Revision Commission - citylandnyc.org, (Eric Adams), February 17, 2026
6. 🚨 BREAKING: 🇺🇸 Mamdani has declared that property taxes will require a 9.5% hike across NYC to make up for Gov. Kathy Hochul's refusal to hike taxes on NY's wealthy. Here's a little taste of socialism. - x.com, (Eric Adams), February 17, 2026
7. Mamdani Opens Homeless Shelter Next to Peck Slip School - www.chelseanewsny.com, (Eric Adams), February 17, 2026

1. Gov. Kathy Hochul meets with Gateway Tunnel Project workers - CBS News, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
2. NY GOP governor contender Bruce Blakeman rips Kathy Hochul for $1.5B Zohran Mamdani budget ‘bailout’ - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
3. Governor Kathy Hochul announces $1.5 billion for NYC as Buffalo seeks similar support - WGRZ, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
4. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to propose property tax hike, blasts Gov. Kathy Hochul’s reluctance to tax rich - Yahoo News New Zealand, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
5. Mamdani to Hochul: Tax the rich, or I'll raise New Yorkers' property taxes - Spectrum News NY1, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
6. Governor Hochul Announces Major Milestone as CNY ON-RAMP Launches First Workforce Training Program Cohort in Syracuse | Empire State Development - Empire State Development (ESD) (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
7. Gateway Work Still Paused as Hardhats and Pols Beg Trump Admin for Full Funds - THE CITY - NYC News, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
8. Gateway Tunnel Remains on Ice as Hardhats and Pols Push Trump to Pay Up - W42ST, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
9. All or nothing: Hochul says Gateway Tunnel project won’t resume until Trump releases remaining $205M in frozen funds - amNewYork, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
10. Stavisky fumes about equal opportunity program funding cuts - City & State New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
11. Hochul directs state flags to half-staff in honor of Rep. Richard L. Ottinger - Niagara Frontier Publications, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
12. Gov. Hochul Warns New York of Hazardous Winter Weather Conditions - WKTV, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
13. Mayor Mamdani and Governor Hochul Announce $1.5 Billion to Help Address City Fiscal Challenges - NYC.gov, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
14. US Releases Another $77 Million in Frozen New York Tunnel Funding - GV Wire, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
15. Here’s why N.Y. Gov. Hochul ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday - SILive.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
16. Hochul directs state flags to half-staff in honor of civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson - Niagara Frontier Publications, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
17. Funding Allocated for Affordable Housing in the Mohawk Valley - WKTV, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
18. Mamdani's new Albany ultimatum draws Hochul's opposition - Capitol Confidential with Dan Clark, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
19. Gov. Hochul Announces Proposes To Bring Down Auto Insurance Rates - WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
20. Advanced Nuclear Power Plant Gains Support In Dutchess County - hudsonvalleycountry.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
21. NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Signs MAID Law That Will Kill Pregnant Mothers and Preborn Children, More States Follow - SFL Action, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
22. 🚨 BREAKING: 🇺🇸 Mamdani has declared that property taxes will require a 9.5% hike across NYC to make up for Gov. Kathy Hochul's refusal to hike taxes on NY's wealthy. Here's a little taste of socialism. - x.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
23. Mamdani to unveil budget plan as deficit looms: What to know - FOX 5 New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
24. Mamdani Threatens NYC Property Tax Hike as Last-Resort Option - Bloomberg.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
25. Hochul pledges $1.5 billion to NYC amid Mamdani push to 'tax the rich' - Lohud, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
26. NYC Secures $1.5 Billion State Aid - Patch, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
27. Hochul proposes $1.5B boost for New York City finances - WGRZ, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
28. Governor Hochul Meets With Gateway Project Construction Workers - Reuters Connect, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
29. Political Pulse: Hochul's 'Let Them Build' agenda - WUHF, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
30. Hochul’s NYC bailout draws fire - Fingerlakes1.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
31. Mayor Zohran Mamdani presents preliminary budget for NYC a day after Gov. Kathy Hochul promised more funds - ABC7 New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
32. Hochul and Mamdani announce $1.5B in state budget relief - FOX 5 New York, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
33. EXPRESS NY Is Now Live for New Yorkers - NEWS10 ABC, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
34. Why this political deal between 2 governors matters for millions of New Jersey and New York commuters - NJ.com, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
35. Blakeman Accepts GOP Nomination for Governor - Long Island Life & Politics, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
36. Press Release: Congresswoman Claudia Tenney Leads NY House Republicans in Requesting Governor Hochul to Opt Into Federal Education Tax Credit Program - Quiver Quantitative, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
37. Schumer, Hochul hit back at Trump over ‘vital’ Gateway tunnel project - New York Daily News, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026
38. NY GOP Pushes Hochul to Join Federal Scholarship Tax-Break Program - National Today, (Kathy Hochul), February 17, 2026

1. Gillibrand Introduces Legislation to Expand USDA Grant Program, Support Rural Communities and Create Jobs - Morning Ag Clips, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 17, 2026
2. Bipartisan Bill Aims to Modernize WIC with Remote Certification and Stronger Oversight - KCLY Radio, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 17, 2026
3. US Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Defense Ties with Israel - GV Wire, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 17, 2026
4. U.S. Senators Schumer, Gillibrand Announce $20.4 Million For Rockland — Funding Allocated By Congressman Mike Lawler And Approved By Senate - Monsey Scoop, (Kirsten Gillibrand), February 17, 2026
5. This goes beyond Epstein. I met with survivors & advocates in Rochester and Buffalo to push Virginia’s Law to eliminate the statute of limitations that has shielded criminals like Epstein. Because justice should NEVER expire. - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
6. New bill introduced aims to end statute of limitations for sexual abuse survivors - fox10tv.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
7. Senate Democrats make counteroffer on DHS funding as shutdown continues - Baltimore Sun, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
8. Schumer, Hochul hit back at Trump over ‘vital’ Gateway tunnel project - New York Daily News, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
9. Senate Democrats send counteroffer to White House amid DHS shutdown - The Hill, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
10. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has been pressed on his comparison of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act to Jim Crow 2.0. - Facebook, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
11. E&E News: Democrats launch probe into endangerment finding repeal - POLITICO Pro, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
12. Happy Lunar New Year! I was glad to join Senator John Liu’s celebration as we kick off festivities across the country. May the Year of the Fire Horse bring bold energy, resilience, and forward momentum to all who celebrate. - x.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
13. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has unveiled legislation to give the Pride flag the same legal standing as the US flag and military banners, a move critics slam as a woke overreach. - Facebook, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
14. New bill introduced aims to end statute of limitations for sexual abuse survivors - WIS News 10, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
15. Schumer seeks to end statute of limitations that shields sexual exploitation abusers - Orleans Hub, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
16. Democrats send Trump DHS funding counteroffer as agency shutdown grinds on - CNBC, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
17. Senate to vote on SAVE America Act as voter ID debate intensifies - KRCR, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
18. Senate to vote on SAVE America Act as voter ID debate intensifies - WBFF, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
19. The Talking Filibuster Quagmire: Rule Changes, Small and Big - National Review, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
20. Chuck Schumer Slams 'Rogue' ICE Operations As Democratic Demands Halt DHS Funding Deal - International Business Times UK, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
21. Democrats send counteroffer on to White House on DHS funding as partial shutdown continues - southernillinoisnow.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
22. Trump says 'certain politicians,' construction unions offered Penn Station name deal - KVII, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
23. No clear path to ending the partial government shutdown as lawmakers dig in over DHS oversight - Times Union, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
24. Chuck Schumer calls voter ID bill ‘Jim Crow 2.0,’ vows to fight ‘tooth and nail’ to block it - Yahoo, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
25. Schumer embraced ID laws to counter fraud in the 1990s, but now calls voter ID ‘Jim Crow 2.0’ - Washington Times, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
26. Senate to vote on SAVE America Act as voter ID debate intensifies - fox23maine.com, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
27. Senate to vote on SAVE America Act as voter ID debate intensifies - KTUL, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
28. Top Democratic fundraisers sought Jeffrey Epstein's support despite child sex offender conviction - Washington Times, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026
29. Democrats make counteroffer on ICE reforms as DHS shutdown continues - KTSA, (Chuck Schumer), February 17, 2026

1. Consumer Alert: Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers About “Pig Butchering” Scams - New York State Attorney General (.gov), (Letitia James), February 17, 2026
2. NY AG Letitia James joins 17-state push to protect Haitian immigrants - WRGB, (Letitia James), February 17, 2026
3. NY Attorney General warns of ‘pig butchering’ investment scams - WWNY, (Letitia James), February 17, 2026
4. NY AG issues alert on crypto-based pig butchering scams - American Banker, (Letitia James), February 17, 2026
5. Komatireddy wins NY GOP AG nomination, will face Letitia James - Diya TV, (Letitia James), February 17, 2026

1. Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers About “Pig Butchering” Scams, Attorney General: New York, February 17, 2026
2. Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Opens Investigation Into Civilian Death in Westchester County, Attorney General: New York, February 17, 2026
3. Attorney General James Takes Action to Defend Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Immigrants, Attorney General: New York, February 17, 2026

1. Salazar, Díaz-Balart, Giménez, and Malliotakis Call for Indictment of Raúl Castro - House.gov, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 17, 2026
2. Press Release: Malliotakis Critiques Mamdani's Property Tax Increase Proposal - Quiver Quantitative, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 17, 2026
3. Malliotakis Slams Mamdani's Proposed Property Tax Hike, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis - New York, 11th (R), February 17, 2026
4. Latina House Republican asks Supreme Court to block Dems' bid to 'racially gerrymander' her out of Congress - Fox News, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 17, 2026
5. Malliotakis Slams Mamdani's Proposed Property Tax Hike - Representative Nicole Malliotakis | (.gov), (Nicole Malliotakis), February 17, 2026
6. Malliotakis meets with critically acclaimed actor Jon Voight to discuss keeping film and television productions in the U.S. - The Brooklyn Home Reporter -, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 17, 2026
7. Congresswoman Secures $9+ Million for FDNY Upgrades in Staten Island and Brooklyn - dailydispatch.com, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 17, 2026
8. Emergency appeal in NY redistricting - The River Reporter, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 17, 2026
9. Lander admits pulling punches against Goldman with redistricting looming - New York Daily News, (Nicole Malliotakis), February 17, 2026

1. AOC is a campaign issue for Mondaire Jones in NY swing district as fiery ads link Democrats - AOL.com, (Mondaire Jones), February 17, 2026
2. Pelosi backs Mondaire Jones for open House seat in New York - AOL.com, (Mondaire Jones), February 17, 2026

FROM THE BLOGS

Election Law Blog

1. Pennsylvania AG, in Interesting Cert. Petition, Goes to U.S. Supreme Court to Overturn 3rd Circuit Ruling on Mail-In Ballots, February 17, 2026
2. “Republicans, Braced for Losses, Push More Voting Restrictions in Congress”, February 17, 2026
3. “Trump’s election bill tops 50 Senate votes, but Democrats could still block it”, February 17, 2026
4. “Collins backs voter ID bill but rejects eliminating filibuster to pass it”, February 17, 2026
5. “Chat: What lies ahead for redistricting and the Voting Rights Act?”, February 17, 2026
6. “Trust in American Elections Has Declined Since 2024, Broad Concerns About Ice at Polling Places in 2026, February 17, 2026
7. “Noncitizen voting is rare. Why is Washington so focused on it?”, February 17, 2026
8. “Ed Crane, Who Built a Libertarian Stronghold, Dies at 81”, February 17, 2026
9. “Federal government may seek removal of individual Alaskans from state voter rolls”, February 17, 2026
10. FEBRUARY 26 (Corrected!) Safeguarding Democracy Project Webinar: “Myths and Facts About Contesting the 2026 Midterms Elections”, February 17, 2026
11. “Jesse Jackson, Charismatic Champion of Civil Rights, Dies at 84”, February 17, 2026
12. “NAACP and voting rights groups fear misuse of seized Fulton voter data”, February 17, 2026
13. “Republicans settle with DNC in lawsuit that sought to purge 225,000 NC voters”, February 17, 2026
14. “ICE Is Already Impacting Elections — Even If They Don’t Show Up At The Polls”, February 17, 2026