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Eric Adams Wavers on Bail Beef-Up Pledge, Demands Judges Use Their Muscle

Nov. 24, 2021, 6:08 p.m.Oct. 12, 2023, 8:00 a.m.

The mayor-elect, appearing on ABC’s “The View,” told Whoopi Goldberg a meeting with a bail bill architect convinced him it’s possible to lock up dangerous offenders without an Albany roll-back of reforms.

Politics

Brian Benjamin Backer Indicted for Alleged Attempt to Bilk City Campaign Matching Fund System

Nov. 19, 2021, 6:22 p.m.Nov. 20, 2021, 12:31 a.m.

Following a money trail first exposed by THE CITY, federal prosecutors allege Harlem real estate player Gerald Migdol secretly paid for others’ donations to the comptroller campaign of New York’s now lieutenant governor.

Politics

It’s Swan Song Time for Embattled Brooklyn Democratic Party Boss, Politicians Say

Nov. 12, 2021, 8:21 p.m.Nov. 12, 2021, 8:21 p.m.

Rep. Nydia Velazquez and other top borough elected officials called for Rodneyse Bichotte-Hermelyn to quit her party post after the leader’s husband publicly recited a vulgar, sexist song lyric. They said the incident marked the latest sign of a “toxic” reign.

Politics

Chinese Voters Came Out in Force for the GOP in NYC, Shaking Up Politics

Nov. 11, 2021, 7:34 p.m.Oct. 12, 2023, 8:00 a.m.

From Sunset Park in Brooklyn to Elmhurst and Flushing in Queens, frustrations over Democratic stances on schools and crime helped mobilize votes for Republican Curtis Sliwa for mayor and conservative Council candidates.

Andrew Cuomo

Cuomo Sparred With Investigators Over Meaning of ‘Girlfriend,’ ‘Date’ — and ‘Butt’

Nov. 11, 2021, 1:31 p.m.Nov. 11, 2021, 1:31 p.m.

Newly released transcripts offer a glimpse into the governor’s defiant, Clintonesque defense as probers grilled him about sexual harassment allegations. Meanwhile, 10 women testified about their experience with his istration.

Campaign 2021

GOP Gains in City Council Powered by Heated Voter Turnout and Discontent

Nov. 3, 2021, 9:42 p.m.May 30, 2024, 1:07 p.m.

The minority party rises up to as many as seven seats and threatening rising-star Democratic Brooklyn Councilmember Justin Brannan.

Campaign 2021

City Council Adds Historic Number of Women to Its Ranks as Republicans Gain

Nov. 3, 2021, 8:15 a.m.March 14, 2024, 2:24 p.m.

New York City’s legislative branch will be packed with newcomers in 2022 and will have its first female majority. Meanwhile, the GOP gained at least one more Council seat.

Campaign 2021

Fossella Thanks ‘President Trump’ in Staten Island Borough President Comeback Win

Nov. 3, 2021, 12:41 a.m.Nov. 3, 2021, 12:41 a.m.

The Republican ex-rep’s win came in the only highly competitive boroughwide or citywide race as most New Yorkers elected their beeps, comptroller and public advocate with little drama. Meanwhile, Alvin Bragg made history to become Manhattan’s first Black district attorney.

Civic Newsroom

Who’s Got Competition in the City Council? Look Up Who’s Running in Your District

Oct. 19, 2021, 5:14 p.m.Oct. 19, 2021, 5:14 p.m.

We broke down the closest City Council races ahead of the general election on Nov. 2 — and mapped who will be on the ballot in your neighborhood.

Congress

NYC’s Congressional Incumbents Outpacing Progressive Challengers in Fundraising Fights

Oct. 18, 2021, 10:06 p.m.Oct. 18, 2021, 10:06 p.m.

Three years after Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took down a powerful House mainstay, left-leaning newcomers are still trying to oust the city’s old guard. Veteran lawmakers are well funded — but are headed for an unpredictable election year, thanks to redistricting.

Clifford Michel

Eric Adams Wavers on Bail Beef-Up Pledge, Demands Judges Use Their Muscle

Brian Benjamin Backer Indicted for Alleged Attempt to Bilk City Campaign Matching Fund System

It’s Swan Song Time for Embattled Brooklyn Democratic Party Boss, Politicians Say

Chinese Voters Came Out in Force for the GOP in NYC, Shaking Up Politics

Cuomo Sparred With Investigators Over Meaning of ‘Girlfriend,’ ‘Date’ — and ‘Butt’

GOP Gains in City Council Powered by Heated Voter Turnout and Discontent

City Council Adds Historic Number of Women to Its Ranks as Republicans Gain

Fossella Thanks ‘President Trump’ in Staten Island Borough President Comeback Win

Who’s Got Competition in the City Council? Look Up Who’s Running in Your District

NYC’s Congressional Incumbents Outpacing Progressive Challengers in Fundraising Fights

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