Former U.S. Rep. Nita Lowey, Trailblazing New York Democrat, Dies at 87
Former U.S. Rep. Nita Lowey, first woman to chair the House Appropriations Committee, dies at 87 after battling metastatic breast cancer.
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Florida Bill Proposes Study to Eliminate Property Taxes Amid Rising Concerns
Rising property taxes in Florida spur discussions on a bill that proposes the elimination of property taxes,…
Trade War Tensions Rise as Trump Plans Tariffs on Canadian Imports
President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff on most imported Canadian goods and a 10% tariff on Canadian oil and…
NY Prisons Await Details of Tentative Offer Amid Ongoing Corrections Officer Strike
A tentative deal between striking New York corrections officers and the state is under review, as their call for a full repeal of the HALT Act continues.
Gov. Hochul’s Plan to Curb NYC Mayor’s Power Stalled in State Legislature
Gov. Hochul wants to pass legislation to curb Mayor Adams' authority, but lawmakers say the measure is stalled.
New York Bill Proposes Making ‘Masked Harassment’ a Criminal Offense
A bill introduced in the New York Legislature could make it a crime to wear face masks to harass or threaten,…
Texas State Bar Ends Disciplinary Efforts Against AG Ken Paxton Over Election Claims
The State Bar of Texas drops disciplinary action against Attorney General Ken Paxton over allegations of professional misconduct.
Sen. James Skoufis Drops Out of DNC Chair Race, Endorses Ken Martin
New York state Sen. James Skoufis withdraws from DNC chair race, endorses Minnesota Democratic Party Chair Ken…
Rep. James Comer’s Book on Biden Family Investigation Disputed by Bob…
Rep. James Comer investigated President Biden for over a year, detailing findings in a new book. Bob Woodward…
Gov. Hochul Proposes $500 Inflation Refunds, Claims no Risk to NY Emergency Funds
Gov. Kathy Hochul proposes up to $500 "inflation refund" checks for NY taxpayers, assuring it won't affect the state's emergency funds.