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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.
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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.
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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.
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Which New York City mayoral candidate will earn the ‘bus mayor’ jacket?
Half a dozen candidates weighed in on public transit issues Monday at a forum hosted by Riders Alliance.
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Justin Brannan is backing his chief counsel for his City Council seat
Kayla Santosuosso, the new president of the Bay Ridge Democrats, cites her ties to the Arab American community as important to her work.
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What’s in it for Jessica Tisch?
She’s stepping in as the fourth NYPD commissioner in three years – possibly in the sunset of a scandal-scarred mayoral administration. Here’s why.
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Jessica Tisch appointed NYPD commissioner
An alum of the NYPD’s IT team, Tisch has largely been seen as a steady leader of the Sanitation Department.
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Brooklyn BP Antonio Reynoso’s repeat challenger hasn’t slouched in fundraising
Khari Edwards is back for round two.
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Man arrested after threatening to ‘shoot up’ state senator’s office
State Sen. Cordell Cleare was out of the office on Monday when a man demanded to see her, telling staff he would shoot and blow up the office, Cleare says.
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Carolyn Maloney’s daughter Virginia files to run for City Council
Can a Maloney dynasty take root in Manhattan? The product manager at Meta is looking at running in the crowded race to replace Keith Powers.
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Chi Ossé’s broker fee bill set to pass City Council
“Sometimes good intentions do not get the results that you’re looking for,” said Mayor Eric Adams, declining to say whether he’d sign or veto the bill if passed.
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In 2025 mayoral race, Trump backlash isn’t a given this time
Democratic and progressive energy surged after Trump’s 2016 win. Some question whether that energy will be enough this time around to overcome a growing shift away from the Democratic Party in New York City.
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At Somos, plans develop to push immigrant protections
President Donald Trump has pledged to deport undocumented immigrants en masse. How will New York fight back?
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New York House election results 2024
New York is home to seven swing districts that could help determine whether Democrats take control of the House.
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Who are the consultants behind the 2025 NYC mayoral campaigns?
Peek beneath the hood at the operators running pricey bids for mayor.
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Yusef Salaam, national Democratic star, gets slow fundraising start
The first-term City Council member handily prevailed in a contentious three-way primary. He doesn't seem worried about another competitive race.
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Adams’ senior officials rally for City of Yes housing plan
Mayor Eric Adams himself took a back seat on the day of action.
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Holden files formal complaints on NYC Council’s ‘overtly political’ ballot proposal messaging
The City Council speaker’s office cited guidance from the Conflicts of Interest Board in defending mailers and other communications that criticize ballot proposals 2 through 6.
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Eric Adams and NYC Council power struggle reaches Albany
State legislation would prevent Charter Revision Commission proposals from knocking other proposals off the ballot, including those from City Council legislation.
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