Immigration
New York State
Hochul campaign quickly weaponizes immigrant announcement against Blakeman
Within hours of proposing a ban on local agreements with federal immigration officials, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s campaign was using it to attack her likely Republican opponent’s’s support of ICE
New York State
Hochul proposes banning local cooperation with ICE
In a shift, Gov. Kathy Hochul has thrown her support behind ending 287(g) agreements, a key component of existing legislation immigrant advocates are pushing for
Heard Around Town
NYC Council Dems push Schumer to block ICE funding
Council Members don’t want any money for immigration enforcement agencies, while the Senate Minority Leader is looking for a deal including reforms.
Immigration
'Sooner rather than later:' Stewart-Cousins is ready to pass immigrant protections
After expressing support for a prominent bill to expand sanctuary policies, state Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins seems to be putting weight behind her words
Campaigns & Elections
Alex Bores vs. AI in NY-12
The Assembly member and congressional candidate says he’s ready to battle AI Goliaths. He’s getting plenty of practice already.
Immigration
Micah in Minneapolis
Manhattan Assembly member and congressional candidate Micah Lasher managed to fly out Sunday despite the blizzard to join protesters in the Twin Cities.
2026 congressional midterm elections
Alex Bores’ work at Palantir complicates his anti-ICE stance
The Manhattan congressional candidate’s controversial former employer has come under growing scrutiny in the second Trump administration. But that scrutiny started well before Bores left the company.
Policy
Rather than prohibit local cooperation with ICE, Hochul targets state grants to curb it
Gov. Kathy Hochul created some confusion when she declared state resources would no longer go towards civil ICE raids, since state agencies already can’t work with immigration officials.
Policy
Hochul still not on board with New York for All
While the state Senate majority leader and a number of congressional representatives have joined a growing chorus calling for the new immigration protections, the governor hasn’t come around.
New York City
NYC Council staffer detained by ICE
At an emergency press conference, Speaker Julie Menin said she was determined to secure his release, but Rep. Dan Goldman sounded more pessimistic.
Immigration
The day after ICE shooting in Minneapolis, Kristi Noem comes to NYC
The homeland security secretary said even New York City’s bail and sanctuary laws couldn’t prevent the arrest of 54 alleged gang members.
Opinion
Opinion: Fund immigrant legal defense now
When due process is attacked, New York must respond swiftly.
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New York State
Fighting the feds dominates first day vibes in Albany
Lawmakers made their way back to the state Capitol to officially kick off the 2026 session, which promises to be eventful.
Immigration
Gustavo Rivera wants you to know your rights
City & State accompanied the state senator as he spoke with constituents about how to respond to ICE raids.
Immigration
Goldman seeks answers from Tisch on Nov. 12 NYPD-ICE incident
The lawmaker penned a letter to the police commissioner looking to clarify the department’s protocol.
News & Politics
The NYPD is barred from coordination with ICE, but some think cops should actively intervene to stop immigration agents
Last week, two NYPD officers were injured in a scuffle with federal immigration agents. The incident highlighted a major coming challenge for Zohran Mamdani – and Jessica Tisch.
Opinion
Opinion: Fixing NYC’s street vending chaos is a moral obligation – and a simple one
A newly amended City Council bill will create a regulatory system that balances incentives with enforcement and builds dignity for street vendors.
Opinion
Editor’s note: The ICE storm is coming
New Yorkers and elected officials pushed back after masked agents raided Chinatown, but more are on the way.
Immigration
Hochul ‘tabletopping’ strategies to combat ICE
Gov. Kathy Hochul said she has spoken with Illinois governor JB Pritzker about how Chicago has responded to the president’s immigrant crackdown
Immigration
Migrant vendors fear returning after Canal Street ICE raid
Multiple people who witnessed the raid talked about the relative emptiness that has followed.
