New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin has resigned after being arrested and charged in an alleged federal bribery conspiracy. “I have accepted Brian Benjamin’s resignation effective immediately. While the legal process plays out, it is clear to both of us that he cannot continue to serve as Lieutenant Governor. New …
Read More »Biden Announces More Actions to Reduce Gun Crime
On Thursday, President Joe Biden announced additional actions to reduce gun crime and make communities safer. “The plan builds on the steps President Biden has taken since the beginning of his Administration to stop the flow of guns being used in crimes, bolster federal, state, and local law enforcement, invest …
Read More »NY Attorney General Letitia James Suspends Campaign For Governor
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on Thursday that she is suspending her campaign for New York governor and will run for re-election instead. I have come to the conclusion that I must continue my work as attorney general. There are a number of important investigations and cases that …
Read More »Representative Tom Suozzi To Run For New York Governor
Democratic Congressman Tom Suozzi announced Monday at a virtual press conference that he is officially running for governor of New York in 2022. The former mayor of Glen Cove and Nassau County executive now describes himself as a “common sense Democrat” representing parts of Queens and Long Island in Congress. …
Read More »NY Attorney General Letitia James announces bid for governor
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced her bid for the 2022 gubernatorial race Friday. I'm running for Governor of New York because I have the experience, vision, and courage to take on the powerful on behalf of all New Yorkers. Let's do this, together. pic.twitter.com/JA21M19p5m — Tish James (@TishJames) October …
Read More »Key races to watch in November 2 elections
In Virginia, polling shows Terry McAuliffe and Glenn Youngkin in a tight race that’s focused on abortion and schools. Also worth watching: November elections in Atlanta, Boston, Minneapolis, New Jersey and more. Terri Rupar Originally published by The 19th The year after a presidential contest is not a big one …
Read More »President Biden commemorates 9/11 at three attack sites
President Joe Biden commemorated the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with visits to each of the three sites where hijacked planes crashed in 2001, honoring the victims of the assault. Biden began the day in New York, where he and first lady Jill Biden attended a ceremony at the …
Read More »President Biden Surveys Ida Storm Damage In New York, New Jersey
President Joe Biden traveled to New Jersey and New York City Tuesday to survey damage in parts of the northeast that suffered catastrophic flash flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Ida. Biden declared climate change “everybody’s crisis” after touring the neighborhoods severely damaged by Ida. He said it’s time for …
Read More »Biden Declares Disaster State In New York, Orders Federal Aid
President Joe Biden has ordered federal aid to New York after declaring a major disaster in the state. The aid will supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Ida, including the counties of Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond and Westchester, the White House said Monday. Assistance …
Read More »Kathy Hochul Sworn In As New York’s First Woman Governor
Kathy Hochul, a Democrat from Buffalo, was publically sworn in as New York’s first woman Governor on Tuesday morning after holding a private ceremony late Monday night. The newly elected official says she wants New Yorkers to “believe in their government again.” Gov. Kathy Hochul is ceremonially sworn in as …
Read More »Cuomo’s exit puts two women in New York’s highest offices
New York Lt. Gov Kathy Hochul and state Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins are ushering in a historic first for women’s political leadership at the state level. Orion Rummler Originally published by The 19th This article has been updated. Lt. Gov Kathy Hochul will soon become New York’s first woman governor, …
Read More »New York Governor Cuomo Resigns Amid Sexual Harassment Scandal
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday said he would resign as governor, effective in 14 days, in the wake of an attorney general’s report that concluded he sexually harassed multiple women and even sought to retaliate against an accuser who went public with her allegations. The investigation led to top …
Read More »New York Becomes The Sixth State To Ban Child Marriage
New York is now the sixth state to ban child marriage. Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill on Thursday to change the legal age of consent to be married in New York to 18. “This administration fought hard to successfully end child marriage in New York and I’m proud to …
Read More »DOJ Launches Gun Trafficking Strike Forces In Five Major US Cities
The Department of Justice launched gun trafficking strike forces in five cities across the United States on Thursday to eradicate the growing gun violence. Attorney General Merrick Garland and Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco launched the strike forces during a trip to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives …
Read More »The Biden Administration Is Encouraging States To Use COVID-19 Funding To Combat Rising Crime
The Biden Administration is encouraging state and local governments to use COVID-19 relief funds from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to combat violent crime. During a meeting at the White House, President Joe Biden discussed the surge in gun violence with a group of law enforcement officials, community …
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