Dozens of upset New York politicians call on Hochul to pardon convicted ‘cooler cop’ Erik Duran, claiming it is a clear injustice.
Over 30 state lawmakers are urging Governor Kathy Hochul to grant a pardon to Eric Duran, a former NYPD sergeant. Duran, who was convicted of manslaughter, has referred to the case as a “clear miscarriage of justice.” Republican Rep. Matt Slater led a letter, signed by approximately 40 of his colleagues, asking Hochul to consider […]
GOP candidate challenges Hochul to a debate after she sends her running mate on a press tour in Long Island
Blakeman Challenges Hochul to Debate on Long Island Republican gubernatorial hopeful Bruce Blakeman has issued a challenge to Governor Kathy Hochul, urging her to come to Long Island for a debate. This challenge comes after his campaign sent his running mate, Adrian Adams, on a press tour focused on criticizing Blakeman. Adams, the Democratic candidate […]
Bruce Blakeman criticizes Hochul and Mamdani’s proposal for a pied-à-terre tax
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who is currently campaigning for the New York governorship, expressed criticism of Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Mamdani’s proposal for a tax on luxury second homes valued over $5 million. He labeled it as yet another misguided left-wing initiative that is driving businesses and jobs away. This proposed tax is […]
Zohran Mamdani and the NYC council leader join forces to extract more funding from Albany, putting Hochul in a challenging position once more.
Budget Talks Between NYC Officials and Governor Hochul Mayor Zoran Mamdani and City Council President Julie Menin recently attempted to secure more financial assistance from Albany, but Governor Kathy Hochul dismissed their request on Tuesday, expressing growing frustration. Hochul faced inquiries about potential extra funding for New York City after Mamdani and Menin, who represent […]
Ken Griffin to talk with Hochul about New York’s path forward following the Mamdani dispute
Ken Griffin Moves to Address Economic Issues Directly with NY Governor Ken Griffin, the founder of Citadel, is intensifying his conflict with New York City’s mayor, opting to meet directly with Governor Cathy Hochul regarding the state’s financial situation. This announcement came on Tuesday while he was participating in the World Financial Summit in Oslo. […]
Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman need to confront the union members who are threatening an LIRR strike.
LIRR Unions Threaten Strike if Wage Demands Aren’t Met Five influential unions representing LIRR workers are threatening to paralyze metropolitan areas unless the MTA agrees to a substantial wage increase. If negotiations fail, a strike could begin as soon as May 16th, leading to the shutdown of rail services across much of New York. Both […]
Residents in upstate areas and suburbs are upset as financially needy NYC receives aid from Hochul and dominates state budget discussions.
Frustration Over Budget Focus in New York There’s a feeling of budget envy brewing. Residents in rural areas surrounding New York City are expressing frustration that the cash-strapped metropolis seems to dominate discussions in ongoing state budget negotiations, while their own communities face funding shortages. Some state lawmakers are looking to replicate the success of […]
Hochul maintains she will not increase taxes again — but unions and progressives are asking for more.
Hochul Stands Firm Against New Taxes Amid Budget Talks POESTENKILL, N.Y. – Governor Kathy Hochul reiterated on Tuesday that she opposes any new tax increases while New York City leaders consider a proposal for new taxes on multimillion-dollar vacation homes. “It doesn’t sit well with me,” Hochul mentioned to the Post when questioned about potential […]
See Glenn Beck harshly ridicules Kathy Hochul for pleading with former New Yorkers to come back and support her social initiatives.
Wealthy New Yorkers Continue to Leave State The ongoing departure of New York’s richest residents is taking a toll on Governor Kathy Hochul, who seems increasingly troubled by the situation. In recent comments, Hochul noted the potential negative impact on the state if the wealthy continue to leave, suggesting that their financial support is crucial […]
Hochul considers pension increase that may burden financially strained NYC with a $328 million cost.
Hochul Works on Union-Friendly Pension Plan Amid NYC Budget Concerns Governor Cathy Hochul is in the midst of negotiations regarding a $1.5 billion plan aimed at enhancing pensions for government employees. However, New York City, which is already facing financial challenges, could see a significant loss of $328 million as a result. This considerable amount […]