08/17/2025
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Governor Hochul Leads 50th Anniversary Meeting of New York State Financial Control Board, Highlights NYC’s Strong Fiscal Health

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Governor Kathy Hochul chaired the New York State Financial Control Board’s 50th anniversary meeting, emphasizing New York City’s robust financial stability. She highlighted the city’s balanced budget, absence of operating deficits, and disciplined fiscal management, noting that none of the five statutory triggers for a control period have been met. Hochul praised collaborative efforts with…

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NY Governor Hochul Appears on MSNBC’s ‘The Weekend’ and Criticizes Trump

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Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul was a guest on MSNBC’s “The Weekend” with Symone Sanders Townsend, Michael Steele and Alicia Menendez. A rush transcript of the Governor’s remarks is available below: Symone Sanders Townsend, MSNBC:  Well, President Donald Trump just defended his tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, saying online in part, quote, “Will there be…

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New York. Mayor Eric Adams Celebrates Nearly 65 Million Visitors to NYC in 2024, Second Highest Number of Visitors in City History

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– New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Tourism + Conventions President and CEO Julie Coker today announced a new end-of-year tourism forecast that shows the city’s continued strong economic growth and reputation as a global tourist destination. In 2024, nearly 65 million visitors came to New York City — the second-highest figure in city…

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Navigating the Housing Dilemma: Is Mayor Adams’ Plan Enough for NYC?

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As New York City grapples with a severe housing shortage, Mayor Eric Adams’ “City of Yes” initiative aims to revolutionize the landscape of urban living. But with widespread concerns about affordability and the impact on taxpayers, many are questioning if this ambitious plan can deliver real solutions. In this article, we analyze feedback from community…

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NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Dismisses DOJ Immigration Lawsuit as ‘Baseless’

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul strongly criticized a lawsuit led by Attorney General Pam Bondi and the Department of Justice challenging the state’s immigration laws. Hochul called the legal action a publicity stunt, emphasizing that New York’s policies—allowing federal immigration officials access to DMV records only with a judicial warrant—have been upheld by the courts….

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