Republican Party News

House Republicans Just Dealt a Blow to Wind Developers

May 23, 2025, 10:21 a.m.May 23, 2025, 10:21 a.m.

The istration lifted a stop-work order on a New York offshore wind project the same week House Republicans ed a bill gutting tax credits for renewable energy.

Congress

Urged by Trump Allies, Rep. Elise Stefanik Looks at a Run for NY Governor

April 16, 2025, 12:43 p.m.April 16, 2025, 12:50 p.m.

If Stefanik were to get in the race, it could set up a competitive primary against another House Republican, Rep. Mike Lawler.

Mayor Eric Adams testifies in Washington D.C. before the House Reform Committee on gun violence.

Immigration

Eric Adams Readies to Testify Before House Republicans on Sanctuary City Status

March 4, 2025, 4:45 p.m.March 5, 2025, 2:11 p.m.

GOP are expected to grill the mayors of New York, Chicago, Boston and Denver, all cities that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

Elections

Cuomo on the Ballot? Adams as a Republican? Candidates Have Limited Options and Little Time

Jan. 14, 2025, 5:01 a.m.Jan. 15, 2025, 3:34 p.m.

Jumping into the Democratic primary, running as an independent, switching parties or going with a third party all have their own requirements.

Elections

Trumpists Flood Madison Square Garden as New Yorkers Rush to Polls

Oct. 27, 2024, 8:49 p.m.Oct. 27, 2024, 9:40 p.m.

Trump returned to his hometown for a rally where he thanked Mayor Eric Adams for defending him from charges of being a fascist and said crime in the city is “through the roof.”

Congressman George Santos attends a pro-Donald Trump rally outside New York criminal court during the former president's arraignment, April 4, 2023.

Queens

Who Wants Rep. George Santos’ Seat? A Candidate Guide

Nov. 27, 2023, 5:00 a.m.Dec. 12, 2023, 9:57 p.m.

At least 16 people have plans in 2024 to replace the embattled Queens Republican, who has announced he will not be seeking reelection. If Santos is expelled from Congress, a special election could determine his successor even sooner.

Congress

George Santos Says He Won’t Seek Reelection After House Ethics Committee Finds Evidence of Crimes

Nov. 16, 2023, 3:26 p.m.Nov. 16, 2023, 3:26 p.m.

House investigators found “substantial evidence” the Queens Republican filed false financial statements and steered campaign funds for personal use – from Botox injections to a shopping spree at Hermès.

Republican Bernard Chow is challenging incumbent Democrat Councilmember Linda Lee in Eastern Queens’ District 23.

Elections

Seven City Council Races to Watch This Election

Oct. 11, 2023, 5:00 a.m.Oct. 17, 2023, 9:57 a.m.

Close races in New York’s politically purple neighborhoods will determine how many seats Republicans control — and could depend on how Asian American voters lean.

Elections

Five City Council Races to Watch in New York’s Primaries

June 23, 2023, 5:52 p.m.June 26, 2023, 4:37 p.m.

All 51 Council seats are open in 2023 in redrawn districts. In the current primary elections, here’s where the most competitive contests are happening.

Republican Party

Queens GOP Chair Stands By George Santos Following Indictment and Arrest

May 10, 2023, 2:23 p.m.May 11, 2023, 5:04 p.m.

Tony Nunziato maintained that the embattled Congressman should be afforded due process — but calls his actions ‘despicable’ if true.

Republican Party

House Republicans Just Dealt a Blow to Wind Developers

Urged by Trump Allies, Rep. Elise Stefanik Looks at a Run for NY Governor

Eric Adams Readies to Testify Before House Republicans on Sanctuary City Status

Cuomo on the Ballot? Adams as a Republican? Candidates Have Limited Options and Little Time

Trumpists Flood Madison Square Garden as New Yorkers Rush to Polls

Who Wants Rep. George Santos’ Seat? A Candidate Guide

George Santos Says He Won’t Seek Reelection After House Ethics Committee Finds Evidence of Crimes

Seven City Council Races to Watch This Election

Five City Council Races to Watch in New York’s Primaries

Queens GOP Chair Stands By George Santos Following Indictment and Arrest

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