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National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan Meets with HBCU Presidents; Biden-Harris Administration’s Record $16 Billion Investment in HBCUs to Strengthen National Security

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National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan led a roundtable discussion with 20 presidents of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to strengthen national security partnerships. The discussion centered on increasing HBCU students’ opportunities in national security careers and tackling the specific security issues these institutions encounter, such as domestic violent extremism. Sullivan emphasized the Biden-Harris Administration’s…

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Governor Hochul Marks Six-Month Milestone of NYC Congestion Pricing Success: Traffic Down, Transit and Business Up

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced the strong early results of New York City’s congestion pricing program, which has reduced traffic by 11% in Manhattan’s core, improved travel speeds regionwide, and boosted transit ridership to post-pandemic highs. Since its January 5 launch, the initiative has generated substantial economic gains—retail, hospitality, and commercial leasing are all rising—while unlocking…

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New York State Governor Announces Historic $50 Million Investment in the New York State Canal System

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Governor Hochul has announced a significant $50 million investment into New York State’s Canal system, aimed at ensuring its safety, operability, and contribution to tourism and economic activity, particularly in preparation for the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial in 2025. This funding will support critical infrastructure projects along the waterway, including the rehabilitation of century-old water-impounding structures,…

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NYC Mayor Adams Emergency Executive Order 497 September 22, 2023

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WHEREAS, over the past several months, thousands of asylum seekers have been arriving in New York City, from the Southern border, without having any immediate plans for shelter; and WHEREAS, the City now faces an unprecedented humanitarian crisis that requires it to take extraordinary measures to meet the immediate needs of the asylum seekers while…

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