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Governor Hochul Orders Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Slain Minnesota Lawmaker Melissa Hortman and Husband

Governor Hochul Directs Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and Her Husband Mark Hortman Governor Hochul today directed that flags on all State government buildings be flown at half-staff in honor of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, who passed away during the politically targeted shootings…

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Governor Hochul Appoints 24 Judges Across New York State Courts

On June 10, 2025, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the appointment of 24 individuals to key judicial roles throughout New York State, including 17 to the Court of Claims, 5 as Acting Supreme Court Justices, and 2 as Family Court Judges. The appointees come from diverse legal backgrounds, including public service, academia, and private practice, and…

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Gov. Hochul Blasts Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs as a Burden on New Yorkers

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing back against former President Donald Trump’s new tariffs, calling them a “reckless tax” that hurts small businesses, raises costs for families, and shakes financial security. She warns the tariffs could cost Americans thousands, weaken 401(k)s, and drive away Canadian tourists, impacting businesses from Niagara Falls to Montauk. “This…

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Hochul Talks Subway Crime, Mental Health Crisis, and Budget Battles

Governor Kathy Hochul isn’t backing down on crime, mental health, or budget showdowns. In a fiery Politics Unusual interview, she defended her subway safety plan, pushing back against federal funding threats and touting a 50% crime drop since the Giuliani era. She vowed to tackle New York’s mental health crisis, calling it “inhumane” to leave…

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New York Expands Protections for Reproductive Health Providers Amid Legal Challenges

Governor Kathy Hochul is doubling down on New York’s stance as a safe haven for reproductive rights, signing a law that shields abortion providers from out-of-state prosecution. The legislation allows doctors to keep their names off prescription labels, protecting them from legal threats by anti-choice states. With this move, Hochul is sending a clear message:…

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