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Ethics
Politics
Cuomo wins initial legal fight to unravel new ethics commission
A conservative judge handed former Gov. Andrew Cuomo an early win in his legal fight against the state’s new ethics commission, which investigated Cuomo’s pandemic-era book deal.
Politics
Politics
Appeals court orders redistricting commission to redraw congressional maps, setting up fight at state’s highest court
In a split decision, a mid-level appellate court ordered the Independent Redistricting Commission to redraw the state’s congressional districts for 2024. Republicans plan to appeal.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Appellate court hears arguments in case that could throw out congressional maps again
The case could open the door for the Independent Redistricting Commission and legislature to redraw congressional district maps (again) ahead of next year’s elections.
Policy
Policy
Cuomo lawyers argue ethics commission is unconstitutional
The former governor used to control the state's old ethics commission. Now he's trying to kill the new one.
New York State
Policy
New York legislative Dems lawyered up for redistricting turmoil months before process unraveled
The state spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees defending gerrymandered maps.
Policy
Policy
Clean fuels industry leaders voice optimism on prospect for state, federal legislation
Lawmakers reiterate push for low carbon fuel standards as part of transition to renewables.
