Rep. Nydia Velazquez says she won't seek re-election

Velazquez, 72, says she will retire after her 16th term in office. She represents New York's 7th District which includes Brooklyn, Lower Manhattan and Queens.

Poll: Hochul leads Stefanik in New York governor's race

Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul holds a 20-point advantage over Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik in a general election matchup, according to a new poll.
The Post

New York City mayoral election changes political social media

The New York City mayoral race exploded on social media, which worked in favor of Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani.

The voters Mamdani added to the Democratic coalition in New York: CBS News analysis

Zohran Mamdani's mayoral campaign turned out lots of voters who didn't back Kamala Harris last year — they are ethnically diverse, younger and less affluent.

How unaffordable is New York State?

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has made New York's cost of living a key part of her recently-launched campaign for governor. The North Country Republican announce

Jewish groups issue post-election warning to Mamdani as he prepares to lead New York City

Jewish organizations expressed deep concerns after Zohran Mamdani's win regarding his Israel stance and refusal to condemn the term "globalize the intifada."

Robert Smullen announces candidacy in upcoming NY-21 election

Smullen, who is from Gloversville, currently serves the 118th Assembly District. He announced that he is running for Congress on Thursday afternoon.
Gothamist

Youth vote surged in New York City. Was it a blip or a paradigm shift?

Political advisers are wrestling with whether Zohran Mamdani’s success represents a paradigm shift or a moment that can’t be recreated.

Fox News Channel outdraws CNN, MSNBC during election week

Americans relied on Fox News for information and analysis during election week, as it topped CNN and MSNBC for coverage of key races in Virginia, New Jersey and New York City.
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