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City of New York Files Legal Brief Supporting Immigrant Resident Arrested at Court Hearing, Emphasizing Public Safety and Due Process

The City of New York has filed an amicus brief in federal court in support of Jose Luis, a former NYC public school student who was arrested during a routine immigration hearing. The brief, submitted in Jose Luis v. Larocco et al., underscores the public safety and legal risks of detaining individuals who are actively…

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Mayor Adams Launches Office for Pro Bono Legal Access, Announces $76 Million Investment in Immigrant Legal Services

On July 1, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams announced the creation of the Mayor’s Office to Facilitate Pro Bono Legal Assistance, a new initiative aimed at expanding access to free legal services for New Yorkers, with a focus on protecting constitutional and civil rights. This newly established office will act as a centralized hub connecting residents…

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Mayor Adams Signs Legislation to Reduce Insurance Costs and Increase Earnings for Taxi and For-Hire Vehicle Drivers

On July 1, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams signed Intro. 1050 into law, a key piece of legislation aimed at easing financial burdens on New York City’s Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC)-licensed drivers. The bill limits the amount of personal injury protection insurance required by the TLC to no more than 200 percent of the state-mandated…

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New York. Mayor Adams Blasts Off 100K Free Tix for Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks

Mayor Eric Adams is making sure New Yorkers celebrate Independence Day in style—announcing 100,000 free tickets for this year’s Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, 10 times more than last year. With barges firing off 80,000 explosive shells near the Brooklyn Bridge and East River, the 49th edition promises a skyline spectacle. Free tickets will grant…

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New York. Mayor Eric Adams Vows to Keep NYC Pro-Business Amid Re-Election Push

In a CNBC interview, Mayor Eric Adams defended his re-election campaign, emphasizing his pro-growth, pro-business leadership in contrast to Democratic primary winner Zohran Mamdani. Adams dismissed Mamdani’s platform as unrealistic, warning that policies like rent freezes and government-run services threaten small businesses and economic progress. He cited job growth, record-breaking tourism, and major investments as…

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Mayor Adams Doubles Down on NYC’s Crypto Future at Tokenization Summit

At the Injective Summit on June 26, 2025, New York City Mayor Eric Adams reaffirmed his commitment to making NYC the global hub for digital assets and blockchain innovation. In a fireside chat with Forbes’ Nina Bambysheva, Adams discussed his early crypto adoption, called for the repeal of the state’s restrictive BitLicense, and emphasized the…

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