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Mamdani on Election Wins: New Yorkers Exhausted With 'Status Quo Politics'
Three Mamdani-backed candidates defeated incumbent Democrats in federal and state primaries, with two flipping House seats.
Blue State Leaders Erupt After Supreme Court's Decision Ending TPS Protections for Haitians, Syrians
The 6-3 ruling in Mullin v. Doe blocks federal court challenges to the administration's termination of Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of nationals from Haiti and Syria.
Carville Says Mamdani-Backed Avila Chevalier Should Not Be Seated In House Democratic Caucus
The New York congressional candidate, a democratic socialist who defeated incumbent Rep. Adriano Espaillat, has sparked debate over ideological boundaries within the party.
Media Outlets Face Criticism After Reporting Unverified Autopilot Claims in Fatal Texas Tesla Crash
Tesla CEO Elon Musk and company AI executives disputed initial reports that the vehicle's autopilot feature was engaged when it killed a 76-year-old woman, raising questions about journalistic verification practices.
Supreme Court Ruling Opens Door to Ending Temporary Protected Status for Over 1 Million Immigrants
The decision specifically affects Haitians and Syrians but sets precedent that could impact nearly a million more from Venezuela, Honduras, Afghanistan, Nepal, Cameroon, Myanmar, Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Yemen and Nicaragua.
Mamdani and Hochul Announce $495,000 Cash Infusion for NYC Abortion Access Hub Expansion
The funding will expand the referral network to connect callers with providers outside New York City's five boroughs, with the announcement coming on the fourth anniversary of the Dobbs decision.
Florida Attorney General Moves to Impeach Judge After Acquitting Mother Who Drowned Infant Using COVID Insanity Defense
Judge Miguel de la O found Precious Bland not guilty by reason of insanity, ruling she suffered a psychotic episode triggered by COVID-19; Governor DeSantis backs impeachment effort.
Weinstein's New York Rape Charge Dropped After Accuser Says She Cannot Endure Fourth Trial
Jessica Mann, who testified at three prior trials alleging a 2013 rape by the film producer, told prosecutors she could no longer endure the process as Weinstein remains convicted in separate cases.
Sanders, DSA Set Terms for Democratic Party After Socialist Wins in New York Elections
Three million New Yorkers are now represented by socialists at multiple government levels following Tuesday's primaries.
Congress Passes First Major Housing Bill in Decades, But Experts Warn It May Fall Short for Lowest-Income Renters
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act contains nearly 60 provisions aimed at boosting supply and regulating corporate investors, though critics say it lacks targeted investment for extremely low-income households.