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Vernikov welcomes Netanyahu to NYC following Mamdani’s pledge to detain him.

Vernikov welcomes Netanyahu to NYC following Mamdani's pledge to detain him.

Republican members of the New York City Council are challenging Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s campaign promises by inviting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the city on January 1, which coincides with Mamdani’s inauguration. This move seems to contest Mamdani’s earlier statements regarding the potential arrest of Jewish leaders. Inna Vernikov, who represents Brooklyn’s 48th District, […]

Students Pledge to Keep Protesting Against Israel Even After Ceasefire

Students Pledge to Keep Protesting Against Israel Even After Ceasefire

University Students Continue Protests Despite Ceasefire Students at universities are reportedly determined to persist with their anti-Israel demonstrations, even after a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas has been reached. While the ceasefire and the release of hostages have given a sense of relief to pro-Israel groups nationwide, anti-Israel activists insist that their demands remain […]

Schumer and Jeffries send a letter to GOP leaders, pledge to oppose the upcoming CR without bipartisan agreement.

Schumer and Jeffries send a letter to GOP leaders, pledge to oppose the upcoming CR without bipartisan agreement.

Negotiations on Government Funding Intensify On August 29, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries reached out to Republican leaders, urging a meeting to negotiate government funding as the September deadline approaches. The message was directed to House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, advocating for “four corner” […]

Charitable groups pledge $37 million to support public media stations

Charitable groups pledge $37 million to support public media stations

On Tuesday, seven charitable organizations announced a substantial commitment of $37 million aimed at bolstering local public media, particularly in light of the recent elimination of federal funding for PBS and NPR. The involved foundations—including the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Pivotal, John D. and Katherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation, Schmidt Family […]

Former colleague criticizes Mamdani’s major campaign pledge

Former colleague criticizes Mamdani’s major campaign pledge

Trump Signs $9 Billion Spending Cuts Package President Donald Trump has officially signed a law confirming a significant $9 billion retirement package. This comes as part of a broader initiative to adjust federal funding already authorized for foreign aid and public broadcasting. The package was initially approved by Congress at the start of the month. […]

Trump’s proposal would eliminate specific gun taxes; Democrats pledge to oppose it.

Trump's proposal would eliminate specific gun taxes; Democrats pledge to oppose it.

Trump’s “Big and Beautiful Bill” Faces Senate Challenges President Donald Trump’s “big and beautiful bill” proposes significant changes to gun laws, particularly aimed at lifting taxes and regulations on specific firearms. However, Senate Democrats are determined to prevent those changes from taking shape. The Senate Finance Committee recently unveiled a policy shift regarding the National […]