Republican legislators urge NY Governor Hochul to eliminate fraud similar to that in Minnesota
ALBANY – The New York State Legislature is urging Governor Kathy Hochul to engage an independent auditor to investigate fraud and misuse, similar to a scheme during the pandemic that cost Minnesota taxpayers over $250 million. State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt (R-Niagara) emphasized that Hochul should enlist a private professional services firm to safeguard […]
Mamdani and Hochul are urged to back a payroll tax to finance universal child care, according to a progressive think tank.
New Year, New Taxes? State employees in New York are set to face higher taxes as funding for a large universal child care initiative is on the horizon, championed by the newly elected Mayor Zoran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul. A recent study indicates a substantial fiscal challenge ahead. The Fiscal Policy Institute, a progressive […]
NY Governor Hochul Consents to Sign Assisted Suicide Bill with Modifications
New York Governor to Sign Assisted Suicide Bill Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul has announced plans to sign a bill allowing assisted suicide for terminally ill patients after collaborating with state legislators to revise the measure. The bill reached Hochul’s desk in June but remained there for several months until a compromise was reached with Democratic […]
GOP gubernatorial candidate Blakeman appeals to New York labor and criticizes Hochul for vetoing pro-union legislation.
Blakeman Critiques Hochul’s Veto of MTA Bill Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman has voiced strong criticism against Governor Kathy Hochul for vetoing a bill aimed at mandating two drivers on each MTA train. Hochul has been working to garner union support as she faces challengers in her party. Blakeman, who currently holds the position of […]
Governor Hochul supports Mamdani’s universal childcare plan but doesn’t clarify the funding or cost.
Hochul’s Support for Mamdani’s Universal Child Care Plan Governor Cathy Hochul expressed strong support for Zoran Mamdani, indicating that she aims to make a significant impact in 2026 with a multibillion-dollar taxpayer-funded universal child care initiative, aligning with the incoming mayor’s priorities. “He thinks so [Mamdani]. It’s going to surprise a lot of people,” Hochul, […]
Expect Hochul to move further left as lawmakers come back to Albany.
Hochul Faces Pressure from Left as Re-Election Approaches As the new legislative session approaches and with a socialist mayor in position, Governor Kathy Hochul is likely to experience intense pressure from the left-wing Democrats while she campaigns for re-election. However, if she fully bows to these demands, it could have negative repercussions come November. Firstly, […]
Hochul will not support Trump’s ‘no tax on tips’ approach, frustrating NY restaurant staff
New York Lawmakers Remain Silent on Tax Relief for Service Workers Governor Kathy Hochul and Democratic lawmakers in New York have chosen not to extend the federal “tip-free” policy to state income taxes, which significantly impacts bartenders and restaurant workers amidst ongoing discussions about affordability in the state. Leon Gallagher, a 30-year-old bartender at The […]
Hochul maintains a solid advantage even though many New Yorkers wish for a different governor.
Poll Shows Hochul Leads Despite Desire for New Governor Governor Kathy Hochul maintains a strong lead over the potential Republican contenders for the 2026 election, even as a new poll indicates that many New Yorkers are in favor of a change in leadership. A recent Siena College survey revealed that only 37% of voters wish […]
Governor Hochul frustrates NYC politicians by vetoing the move to change Mamdani’s mayoral powers.
Hochul Vetoes Bill, Sparked Concerns Over Mayor’s Power Governor Kathy Hochul has thrown her support behind Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani, but not without controversy. Recently, she vetoed a bill that would have curtailed the mayor’s powers, leading to quiet but noticeable outrage among city council members as Mamdani gears up for his inauguration next month. The […]
New York Governor Hochul Allows Many Undocumented Immigrants to Operate 18-Wheelers
Federal Government’s Concerns Over New York’s CDL Practices New York Governor Kathy Hochul is facing allegations from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy that her administration is breaching federal law by issuing more than 50% of commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) to immigrants. Duffy made these comments during a press conference in Washington on Friday. He also warned […]