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New York City Mayor

1. Tens of thousands march in record Israel solidarity parade on Fifth Avenue as NYC mayor boycotts event - i24NEWS, (Eric Adams), May 31, 2026
2. Ex-mayors join Hochul, Tisch and thousands at NYC’s Israel parade — while No-Show Mamdani bizarrely rides bike around town in business suit, no helmet - New York Post, (Eric Adams), May 31, 2026
3. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's absence from Israel Day Parade "disgraceful," Rep. Mike Lawler says - CBS News, (Eric Adams), May 31, 2026
4. List of street closures for Israel Day Parade - Yahoo, (Eric Adams), May 31, 2026
5. New Yorkers lambast former leader Eric Adams as ‘crooked as hell’ - Fox News, (Eric Adams), May 30, 2026
6. Mamdani to announce bike lane plans that would finally end McGuinness Boulevard saga - Gothamist, (Eric Adams), May 30, 2026
7. Tears and Murals: De Blasio's Emotional Return to Naples - Il Mattino, (Bill de Blasio), May 29, 2026
8. The strange tale of Eric Adams’ largest reelection campaign contract - Politico, (Eric Adams), May 29, 2026
9. Mamdani Kills Adams-Era Charter Commission and Starts His Own COGE, Commission on Government Efficiency - The City, (Eric Adams), May 29, 2026
10. Mamdani slammed after revealing why he’s boycotting NYC’s Israel Day Parade - New York Post, (Eric Adams), May 29, 2026
11. Mamdani kills ex-Mayor Adams’ charter review commission; starts his own - The Daily Gazette, (Eric Adams), May 29, 2026

1. NY Democratic stalwarts show support for Israel even as Mamdani skips parade - Jewish Telegraphic Agency, (Kathy Hochul), May 31, 2026
2. Ex-mayors join Hochul, Tisch and thousands at NYC’s Israel parade — while No-Show Mamdani bizarrely rides bike around town in business suit, no helmet - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 31, 2026
3. Readers sound off on Hochul’s policy walkbacks, Texas Senate race and bug season - New York Daily News, (Kathy Hochul), May 31, 2026
4. Hochul, ex-NYC Mayors attend Israel Day Parade - The Australian, (Kathy Hochul), May 31, 2026
5. NY Governor’s Race: Blakeman can unlock millions in campaign matching funds, appeals court says - amNewYork, (Kathy Hochul), May 31, 2026
6. Cats and Cosby Team Talk: John Catsimatidis and Ed Cox Report on Major Adress from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Deepening the US-Canadian Relationship | 05-28-26 - 77 WABC, (Nick Langworthy), May 30, 2026
7. Opinion | New York rolls back pension reforms in election-year sop to unions - The Washington Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 30, 2026
8. New York state budget 2026-27: Key policy changes - Newsday, (Kathy Hochul), May 30, 2026
9. Trump shares bizarre AI image playing basketball with Kathy Hochul; internet reacts: ‘Every day, he discovers…’ | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times, (Kathy Hochul), May 30, 2026
10. Governor Signs ‘Death Gamble’ Bill Protecting COs’ Families - Finger Lakes Daily News, (Kathy Hochul), May 30, 2026
11. New York leaders react to approved state budget - WPTZ, (Kathy Hochul), May 30, 2026
12. Gov. Kathy Hochul signs New York state budget - MSN, (Kathy Hochul), May 30, 2026
13. Gov. Hochul Signs Immigrant Protection Laws Including Ban on ICE Wearing Masks - La Voce di New York, (Kathy Hochul), May 30, 2026
14. Here’s How GOP Lawmakers Are Privately Talking About Trump’s J6er Slush Fund - The Bulwark, (Nick Langworthy), May 29, 2026
15. Gov. Kathy Hochul signs new laws aiming to protect New Yorkers from ICE overreach - CBS News, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
16. Capitol Conversations: Bureau reporters break down the latest - WXXI News, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
17. Hochul signs sweeping anti-ICE protections in New York, expanding rights for immigrants and students - NBC New York, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
18. 2 transport union chapters endorse GOP’s Bruce Blakeman for governor in snub to Hochul - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
19. Hochul signs new protections for NY immigrants, amid pushback from Trump officials - Gothamist, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
20. Gov. Hochul talks $268.5 billion final N.Y. state budget - Spectrum News NY1, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
21. New York bans masked law enforcement under Hochul immigration package aimed at curbing ICE tactics in state - amNewYork, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
22. State passes $268.5 billion budget, a 5.6% increase from last year | News | oswegocountynewsnow.com - Oswego County News Now, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
23. What’s in the 2026 State Budget? Here’s What To Know. - New York Focus, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
24. Hochul puts on bizarre show pretending to ink radical bill for sanctuary legislation she already signed - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
25. Gov. Kathy Hochul signs New York state budget - CBS News, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
26. Governor Hochul Signs Budget That Makes New York More Affordable, Keeps New Yorkers Safe and Expands Opportunity for All - New York State Division of the Budget (.gov), (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
27. Hochul’s plan to unlock shuttered Adirondack prisons falls through - Adirondack Explorer, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
28. New York State Budget Thrashes Landmark Climate Law - New York Focus, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
29. Gov. Kathy Hochul suffers Knicks blunder in attempted ‘gotcha’ moment - Larry Brown Sports, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
30. Hochul’s budget ‘victory’ leaves New York trapped in a downward spiral - New York Post, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
31. Kathy Hochul Fails Massive Sports Dunk on Trump - facebook.com, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
32. Hochul says she did not discuss ‘buffer zone’ measure with Mamdani before state budget passage - JNS.org, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
33. State Dems race to tax payouts from Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund - Politico, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
34. NYS Budget Finally Passes Nearly 2 Months Late - WRFA-LP 107.9 FM, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
35. Hochul signs Death Gamble legislation into law - The Malone Telegram, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
36. Governor Hochul's Budget Victory Is Great if You Don't Need Health Insurance or a Habitable Planet Earth - Hell Gate, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
37. Donald Trump Jr. Takes Shot at NY Governor Kathy Hochul Over ’Failed’ Knicks Fandom Soundbite - Yahoo Sports, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
38. Senate Confirmapalooza - The Capitol Pressroom, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
39. State budget, campaign funds fight leads NY governor's race this week - Lohud, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
40. Which Housing Measures Made NY’s State Budget, And What Else Happened This Week - citylimits.org, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
41. Budget immigration measures bans law enforcement from wearing masks - Sun Community News, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
42. NY passes $268B budget. This is how much upstate cities, NYC receive - Lohud, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
43. Hochul signs Death Gamble legislation into law - Press-Republican, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
44. NY Budget Brings Historic Child Care Investments — But Not for Its Workforce - New York Focus, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
45. USDA issues disaster designation for New York oyster sector - SeafoodSource, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
46. Hochul signs New York State budget, 57 days past original deadline - MyHometownToday.com, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
47. New York Wants to Restrict ICE Enforcement. ICE Has Other Ideas. - The New York Times, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
48. Hochul Finally Signs $268.5 Billion State Spending Plan - The City, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
49. New York State Builders Association Applauds Governor Hochul and State Legislature for Historic SEQRA Reforms - markets.businessinsider.com, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
50. Photos: State troopers take the oath - Times Union, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
51. New York bans masked law enforcement under Hochul immigration package aimed at curbing ICE tactics in state - PoliticsNY, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
52. New York State Budget Released: $0 For Transgender Care Access - erininthemorning.com, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
53. NY Capital Tonight: May 28, 2026 - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
54. ‘Comprehensive’ immigration laws signed by Hochul - 607 News Now, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
55. N.Y. budget is complete as Hochul walks away with key wins - Spectrum News, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026
56. New York's ban on 3D-printed guns sparks First Amendment concerns - USA Today, (Kathy Hochul), May 29, 2026

1. Gillibrand announces $20,687,512 in Airport Infrastructure Grants statewide - Oneida Dispatch, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 31, 2026
2. NYPD commissioner ‘proudly’ leads Israel parade as grand marshal; Mamdani breaks tradition, avoids event - wrganews.com, (Chuck Schumer), May 31, 2026
3. Gillibrand announces initiative to protect and improve long-term care - Oneida Dispatch, (Kirsten Gillibrand), May 29, 2026
4. Top Democrats mock planned $250 bill showcasing Trump - The National Desk, (Chuck Schumer), May 29, 2026
5. Congress Returns With Focus on Affordability and Fuel Prices - Transport Topics, (Chuck Schumer), May 29, 2026
6. Chuck Schumer Says 'No One Is Safe From ICE's Abuses' As He Fights Funding For Trump's Immigration Expansion - Yahoo, (Chuck Schumer), May 29, 2026
7. Democrats press Patel for information after ‘VIP snorkel’ trip - The Hill, (Chuck Schumer), May 29, 2026

1. GOP challenger criticizes NY attorney general's use of outside firms - Times Union, (Letitia James), May 30, 2026
2. AG Letitia James accused of misusing $20M to hire outside lawyers to do her work - New York Post, (Letitia James), May 29, 2026
3. US justice department reportedly opens criminal inquiry into Trump accuser E Jean Carroll - The Guardian, (Letitia James), May 29, 2026

1. Attorney General James Secures $230,000 from Fort Greene Developer for Endangering Residents, Attorney General: New York, May 29, 2026

1. Harckham Achieves Important Wins in Enacted FY2026-2027 State Budget - The New York State Senate (.gov), (Peter Harckham (D)), May 30, 2026
2. CHHOP and Sen. Pete Harckham Organize Community Food Drive in Peekskill - Peekskill Herald, (Peter Harckham (D)), May 29, 2026

1. State Senate Passes 2026-27 Budget - The New York State Senate (.gov), (Andrea Stewart-Cousins (D) - Yonkers), May 29, 2026
2. Exclusive | NY state earmarks $1M to launch new Hip Hop Museum in the Bronx - New York Post, (Andrea Stewart-Cousins (D) - Yonkers), May 29, 2026

1. Exclusive | NY state earmarks $1M to launch new Hip Hop Museum in the Bronx - New York Post, (Carl Heastie), May 29, 2026

1. Mamdani skipping Israel Day Parade sends ‘terrible message’ to Jewish community, Rep Nicole Malliotakis says - Fox News, (Nicole Malliotakis), May 31, 2026
2. How Republicans are winning the war over US congressional redistricting, state by state - Reuters, (Nicole Malliotakis), May 29, 2026

FROM THE BLOGS

Election Law Blog

1. Quote of the Day (Vanilla Ice Edition), May 31, 2026
2. “Brazil’s high-tech voting system is losing voters’ trust”, May 31, 2026
3. “Colombia’s Presidential Vote Pits the Left vs. the Right. Here’s What to Know.”, May 31, 2026
4. “How the Supreme Court is reshaping the US midterm elections”, May 31, 2026
5. More on the Voting Rights Act, May 31, 2026
6. “Life of a ballot: How Orange County’s votes are counted, verified and stored”, May 31, 2026
7. “Senator Dan Sullivan Has a New Challenger in Alaska: Dan Sullivan”, May 31, 2026
8. Clinger: “How Can States Address Federal Hostility to Mail Voting?”, May 30, 2026
9. Muller: “Private Rights of Action for Election Litigation in the Federal Courts”, May 30, 2026
10. Lessig: “If Roe, then Buckley”, May 30, 2026
11. “‘This Is a War’: How Powerful A.I. Super PACs Are Dueling Over the Midterms”, May 30, 2026
12. “How single-party primary elections are reshaping Congress”, May 30, 2026
13. “Sometimes officials send duplicate ballots. Here’s how security measures prevent double voting.”, May 30, 2026
14. Coverage of proposed postal service rule on absentee ballots, May 29, 2026
15. “Judge Tosses Citizenship Law Aimed at New Voters in New Hampshire”, May 29, 2026
16. “Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear appeal in redistricting case”, May 29, 2026
17. “Louisiana Approves Map Eliminating a Majority-Black District”, May 29, 2026
18. Jake Grumbach & Perry Bacon Jr. “The Voting Rights Act Is Dead. Here’s a New Model for Black Politics.”, May 29, 2026
19. Proposed federal rule draft is out: “Ballot Mail for Federal Elections”, May 29, 2026
20. “New court ruling offers path for special election, new state Senate maps in Alabama”, May 29, 2026
21. “FBI interviews election workers in [Wisconsin] amid Trump’s false 2020 claims”, May 29, 2026
22. “Georgia Election Board hires election skeptic as investigator”, May 29, 2026
23. “Replacing aging U.S. voting equipment will take years and billions of dollars”, May 29, 2026
24. Cert briefing in RNC v. Mi Familia Vota, May 29, 2026