News & Politics
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Eric Adams will take his tin cup – and baggage – to Albany next year
The mayor has floated support for a proposal to cut taxes for low-income New Yorkers and to make involuntary removals easier – both of which need state approval.
Adams probes
Who has left the Adams administration?
Following a large exodus of top officials from City Hall earlier this fall, Adams’ closest confidant Ingrid Lewis-Martin stepped down on Dec. 15.
Adams probes
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, Eric Adams’ longtime righthand, indicted
Lewis-Martin and her son both pleaded not guilty to state bribery charges. The mayor himself is not a target of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s investigation.
News & Politics
Civil NYPD sexual harassment suit seeks to add Jeffrey Maddrey, Eddie Caban as defendants
In an amended complaint, the chief of department is accused of making unwanted advances, and the former commish is accused of gender discrimination.
News & Politics
Hochul backs abolishing the Electoral College
As she presided over the state’s ceremonial Electoral College vote, the governor called for the system to be replaced by a national popular vote.
Heard Around Town
Awaiting indictment, Ingrid Lewis-Martin meets the press
Ingrid Lewis-Martin and her attorney confirmed they expect an indictment, and attempted to head off allegations before charges are unsealed.
Interviews & Profiles
Sticker Mule CEO Anthony Constantino was inspired by Elon Musk to run for Congress
An interview with the unconventional GOP candidate hoping to replace outgoing Rep. Elise Stefanik upstate.
Donald Trump
Trump: ‘I would certainly look at’ pardoning Eric Adams
The president-elect repeated assertions that the New York City mayor had been treated unfairly by federal watchdogs.
News & Politics
Eric Adams denied public campaign funds for reelection bid
The Campaign Finance Board cited conduct “detrimental” to the matching funds program in denying the mayor a public funds payment for his reelection on Monday.
Campaigns & Elections
What to watch for at the NYC Campaign Finance Board meeting
After the mayor was indicted on federal campaign finance charges, the city’s public matching funds program is under heightened scrutiny.
Donald Trump
Here are the New York politicos in line for Trump admin jobs
On the flip side, many prominent New Yorkers serving under the Biden administration will be out of work.
News & Politics
Heastie to tap Pretlow for powerful budget committee
Longtime Assembly Member Gary Pretlow would chair the influential Ways and Means Committee
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News & Politics
Eric Adams administration convenes second Charter Revision Commission focused on land use
The mayor’s team announced the creation of the new charter revision commission this week.
News & Politics
Did Kevin Thomas admit to breaking election law?
The state senator told City & State that the state Democratic Party chair offered him something in exchange for dropping out of a congressional race – which could violate the law.
Interviews & Profiles
Danny O’Donnell on retirement: ‘I don’t think people should have these jobs for life.’
The first out gay man to serve in the New York Assembly is stepping down.
Events
At legislators' retreat, lawmakers discuss AI and economic growth
City & State’s Legislators’ Retreat featured keynote speeches from Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez and Center for an Urban Future executive director Jonathan Bowles.
2025 New York City Mayoral Election
Could Eric Adams actually switch political parties? Here’s how it would work.
The Democratic New York City mayor was previously a registered Republican. Asked about whether he would go back to the GOP on Friday, Adams initially didn’t rule it out.
Personality
‘Tis the season for political holiday parties
And holly jolly fundraisers.
News & Politics
What makes a state legislator run for City Council?
It’s not just about the two-and-a-half hour commute to Albany – though that’s definitely a factor.
Heard Around Town
A tiny battle is brewing to be the next NYC Council minority leader
There are five members who could return after Joe Borelli is out – and at least two are thinking about the post.
