Hochul has ‘very cordial’ call with Trump following combative press conference with AG James
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said she called President-elect Trump on Thursday to “reaffirm” that the two men can work together on areas such as infrastructure, where the state relies on federal funds. The call came a day after Mr. Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James held a combative press conference, in which Ms. James […]
Hochul, James put their embarrassing anti-Trump agenda over New York’s needs
As I watched the tone-deaf and sad comments by Governor Hochul and State Attorney General Letitia James on Wednesday, an idea occurred to me. Why would they go out of their way to say New York State is leaving the union? And why stop there — declare a new civil war because, yes, Donald Trump […]
Hochul refuses to step in amid outrage over Ryder Cup ticket prices
It's time to start mulliganing at this price. Paul, of Long Island, is appalled by the high ticket prices for next year's Ryder Cup golf tournament at the state-run course in Bethpage and is asking Gov. Cathy Hochul to intervene and cut costs. Golf enthusiasts are outraged that the PGA has set ticket prices at […]
Gov. Kathy Hochul now says she won’t aid Steve Cohen’s troubled casino bid
Gov. Cathy Hochul insisted Thursday that she will not cooperate with Mets owner Steve Cohen's bid for a coveted New York City casino license. She plans to introduce legislation that would benefit billionaires, officials told The Post. “There are shady people trying to manipulate society. [casino bidding] They act in their own interests and are […]
Gov. Kathy Hochul will go to bat for one of her biggest donors – Mets owner Steve Cohen – to help revive his NYC casino bid
Gov. Kathy Hochul replaces Mets owner Steve Cohen, one of the Democratic Party's biggest donors, in the billionaire's nearly dead bid for a coveted New York City casino license. The Post reported that the company plans to support the revival of Hochul plans to introduce legislation in the 2025 state budget that would expand permission […]
Hochul admin establishing Taiwan ties in wake of indictment of alleged Chinese spy
Gov. Cathy Hochul's administration plans to open a trade office in Taiwan, amid accusations that a former official spied for China and tried to block efforts to recognize the country's sovereignty. This is a bold move. The state's economic development arm, Empire State Development, last week announced plans to open a Global New York international […]
Adams and Hochul appear in public together for the 1st time since NYC mayor’s indictment
Mayor Eric Adams joined Gov. Kathy Hochul on stage Monday night at a solemn Oct. 7 commemoration ceremony in Manhattan. This is the first time the two have appeared together in public since Hizner was indicted on federal corruption charges. Mr. Adams, who is facing calls for his resignation, and Mr. Hochul, the Democrat who […]
Mayor Hochul to the rescue? Guv can help NYC amid Adams mess
Regardless of what Mayor Adams does in the next few days or what other people do. to He — Governor Hochul will have to start working second shifts. Her main job is and Serves as the de facto mayor of New York City. Last week, Adams was indicted by the federal government on five counts, […]
Rev. Al Sharpton says there's 'no precedent' for possible NYC Mayor removal by Gov. Hochul
Rev. Al Sharpton says New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) will be under pressure to remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who is facing five criminal charges stemming from a federal corruption investigation. He said it shouldn't be done. “The governor should not be pressured to remove Eric Adams from the mayor's office,” Sharpton […]
NYC City Councilwoman Cabán Calls on Hochul to Remove Adams — ‘He Cannot Govern’
New York City Councilmember Tiffany Caban (D) said Thursday on CNN's “The Lead” that New York City Mayor Eric Adams is indicted for allegedly engaging in campaign finance and foreign influence crimes, including Gov. Cathy Hochul. He said he should be removed from office by the Democratic Party of New York. . “The real question […]