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The Latest Breaking News from Kathy Hochul

Former deputy mayor and Mamdani nemesis sued to block the city's pied-à-terre tax. The city froze the judge's pause within hours

Randy Mastro has sued the Mamdani administration five times already since leaving office under Mamdani's predecessor Eric Adams.

Fortune

'Assisted Suicide Might Be Good for You': Lawyer Slams New York's Push to Impose State Orthodoxy

Catholic religious orders in New York are challenging the state's Medical Aid in Dying Act, arguing it forces them to act against their beliefs by counselling patients on assisted suicide

International Business Times UK

Are you committing tax fraud? New York Governor Kathy Hochul's about to find out, all thanks to the pied-à-terre tax rollout

The governor's office says it will pursue New Yorkers who dodge income taxes by claiming to live outside the city—or register their cars out of state.

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Kathy Hochul Slams Trump Over Medicare Cut, Says 1.3 Million New Yorkers Will Pay More for Prescriptions: 'A New Assault on Seniors...'

New York Governor Kathy Hochul (D) said President Donald Trump’s decision to end a Medicare subsidy program will raise prescription drug costs for about 1.3 million New Yorkers, arguing seniors should not have to bear the additional expense.

Benzinga

US judge blocks New York's ban on ICE officers wearing face masks

A federal judge has temporarily blocked New York from enforcing a law that bars US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from wearing face coverings and requires them to display visible identification, ruling that the measures are likely unconstitutional.

The Times of India

‘Ken Griffin isn’t a villain’: Why Jeff Bezos is defending the billionaire Citadel CEO who owns America’s most expensive apartment amid Zohran Mamdani’s $5 million NYC tax plan

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has defended billionaire Citadel CEO Ken Griffin, saying “Ken Griffin isn’t a villain”. The development came as the Blue Origin founder offered his opinion on NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s proposed $5 million pied-à-terre tax. Bezos warned New York against excessive taxation and a “villain strategy” targeting…

The Economic Times

US federal judge blocks New York’s ban on ICE officers wearing masks

Judge puts hold on mask ban while allowing state law prohibiting cooperation between police and ICE to stand

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New York's Medical Aid in Dying Law Takes Effect Wednesday for Terminally Ill Adults

New York's Medical Aid in Dying law starts Wednesday. Here are the eligibility rules, the required safeguards, and what it does not cover.

Medical Daily

Judge rules New York can't ban federal agents from wearing face coverings

A federal judge has blocked New York's law on federal agents wearing face coverings. The ruling stated state governments cannot regulate federal law enforcement officers. This decision follows a similar blocking of a California law enacted earlier. New York officials are reviewing all legal options following the judge's decision. The…

The Economic Times

Judge rules New York can’t ban federal agents from wearing face coverings

A federal judge has ruled that New York can’t ban federal agents from wearing face coverings, or require that they wear visible identification

The Independent UK

25 US states sue Trump over fresh tariffs on 60 trading partners

A coalition of 25 US states has sued the Donald Trump administration over its new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including India, calling them illegal and an attempt to replace earlier import taxes struck down by the US Supreme Court in February, The Guardian…

The Times of India

Federal Judge Blocks New York ICE Mask Ban While Upholding Local Police Restrictions

A federal judge blocked New York's ICE mask ban, citing constitutional issues, while upholding state restrictions on local police cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

International Business Times UK

US states sue Trump administration over new tariffs on 60 trading partners

Coalition of 25 states asks US Court of International Trade to halt tariffs and declare them them unlawful

The Guardian - US

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani denied chance to speak at funeral of soldier killed in Iranian attack: Report

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was reportedly not allowed to deliver a eulogy at the funeral of Army Sgt. Angel Sarah Rampersad in Queens on Friday, with multiple sources claiming the soldier's family chose to leave him off the list of speakers.

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New York Wants a $36 Billion Cut From Kalshi, Calling It an 'Illegal Gambling Operation'

Casting Kalshi as an out-of-control gambling platform makes it easier for the state to take money from the company and its users.

Fortune

Mamdani's pied-à-terre ‘hit list’ is as unsexy as it sounds

The supposed socialist takeover of New York City is similar in scope to Andrew Cuomo's tax policy — and not unlike a law on the books in Singapore.

The Independent UK

Some schools are extending admissions for students unenrolled by Howard University

Howard University notified hundreds of first-year incoming students that their spots for the upcoming semester were no longer being held

The Guardian - US

New York offers college admission for residents unenrolled from Howard University

Historically Black institution withdrew more than 500 first-year students for missed tuition payments

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New York City flash floods: Heavy rain triggers warnings, hundreds of flights canceled

New York City and surrounding parts of the Northeast are bracing for heavy rain and possible life-threatening flash flooding, with authorities warning of hazardous travel, flooded roads and major disruptions through Wednesday morning.

International Business Times UK

ICE New York Enforcement Operations Could Snare Innocent Bystanders in Collateral Arrests

Federal immigration authorities have intensified enforcement in New York City, sparking anxiety in Queens. The operation, focusing on detainers, raises concerns about collateral arrests and political tensions.

International Business Times UK

ICE New York Operation Begins in Queens With Officials Warning of Collateral Arrests This Week

ICE has launched a new operation in Queens, expanding across New York City this week, with officials warning it will produce collateral arrests of people who were never targets.

International Business Times

OpenAI Wants To Lease a Massive New Data Center. It Is Reportedly Discussing a Backstop Worth Hundreds Of Billions With Nvidia

OpenAI and Nvidia are in talks about a backstop of hundreds of billions to fund the former's plan to lease a massive new data center, according to a new report.

Benzinga

Bruce Blakeman Says Hochul, Mamdani Tax Policies Could Force Families To Sell Homes, Businesses: ‘That’s Just Wrong’

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, the Republican challenging New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-N.Y.) in the gubernatorial race, aimed at Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani on Sunday, arguing their tax policies could make it harder for New Yorkers to pass family wealth to future generations.

Benzinga

Mamdani's Pied-À-Terre Tax Is Now Real— NYC Mayor Tells Owners of Luxury Second Homes Worth Over $5 Million: 'You've Got Mail'

New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani said the city has begun notifying owners of luxury second homes about its upcoming pied-à-terre tax, signaling the next step in implementing the policy.

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