Tag: New York
New York Governor Hochul Calls for $13.5 Billion Tariff Refund
The average New York household has incurred US$1,751 in added costs from tariffs. On Tuesday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul urged the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump to refund tariff payments estimated at US$13.5 billion to New Yorkers. RELATED: New York Joins the WHO Following U.S. Withdrawal Based on estimates by the Yale Budget […]
February 25, 2026
Mamdani Signs Executive Order to Strengthen Immigrant Protection in New York
The mayor of New York implements an executive order that limits ICE’s access to private spaces without a warrant and creates a migration crisis management committee to protect the city’s immigrant population.
February 6, 2026
NY Mayor-Elect Mamdani Vows to Protect Immigrants After ICE Raid Attempt
He outlines immigrants’ rights and pledges to defend sanctuary laws. On Monday, New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani shared a video on social media reaffirming that he will protect immigrants and informing them of their rights in the event of a raid by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). RELATED: Trump and Mamdani Highlight “Productive Meeting” After […]
December 8, 2025
New York hosts vigil for peace and dialogue in Venezuela
Interfaith and community leaders in New York will demand diplomacy and a halt to the US military escalation against Venezuela at a vigil that joins calls from the Vatican and the World Council of Churches.
December 3, 2025
Protests in Washington shouting “let Trump go” after Democratic election victories
Protests in Washington shout “let Trump go” after Democratic election victories Other protesters, called on Democrats for “more courage” to stand up to the president .
November 5, 2025
Zohran Mamdani Vows a New Era for New York City
The socialist mayor-elect pledges rent freezes, free public buses, universal childcare, and protection for immigrant communities. After confirming his electoral victory Tuesday night, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani delivered a speech reaffirming the main priorities of his upcoming administration. RELATED: Zohran Mamdani Elected New York City Mayor, Marking Historic First After toppling what he […]
November 5, 2025
New York elects mayor and socialist Mamdani seeks to give Trump a setback
The Democratic Party is seeking to regain momentum in local and state elections in New York, New Jersey and Virginia.
November 4, 2025
New York Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Suspension of Federal Food Aid
The government shutdown is putting millions of people at risk of missing their food stamp benefits. On Thursday, the state of New York declared a state of emergency ahead of the suspension of federal food aid caused by the ongoing government shutdown. RELATED: U.S. Senate Votes to Eliminate Trump’s Global Tariffs At a news conference, […]
October 31, 2025
New Yorkers To Begin Early Voting to Elect Next Mayor Amid Political Tensions
Democrat Zohran Mamdani leads the race against Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. Starting Saturday and running through Nov. 4, New Yorkers are called to cast their early votes to elect the city’s next mayor as well as its main public officials. RELATED: NYC March Against Netanyahu and Gaza Genocide Three candidates — Democrat Zohran Mamdani, […]
October 24, 2025
U.S. Prosecutor Fired After Defying White House Pressure to Prosecute a Trump Adversary
The Trump administration fired a prosecutor on Friday who refused to file charges against New York Attorney General Letitia James, who was accused after being one of the main investigators of the Republican’s business activities. RELATED: U.S. Senators Introduce Resolution to Prevent Military Action Against Venezuela U.S. Department of Justice notified prosecutor Elizabeth Yusi of […]