New York

New York Democrats are attacking Republican House opponents on their turf: Border security

Challengers are trying to turn the GOP’s border playbook on its head as they vie for five battleground seats.

By Emily Ngo |

Eric Adams walks back comments on Trump shooter

By Rich Mendez |

Politics

Frontline New York Democrat puts abortion rights front and center in his reelection bid

Rep. Pat Ryan released a TV ad attacking his Republican rival over his stance on reproductive rights.

By Nick Reisman |

Eric Adams backs Harris as Democratic nominee

By Joe Anuta |

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Albany

New York lieutenant governor calls for Biden to step aside

Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado has become the first statewide Democrat to call on Biden to drop his reelection bid, putting him at odds with Gov. Kathy Hochul.

By Nick Reisman |

City Hall

Eric Adams spending less on legal defense, latest filing shows

The New York City mayor said it was “stupid” to ask for an update on the probe into his 2021 campaign.

By Jeff Coltin |

More from POLITICO New York

Major NYC hospital warns of safety risks from delayed closure

The private Manhattan hospital, run by the Mount Sinai Health System, was prepared to close Friday but has yet to get clearance from state regulators.

By Maya Kaufman |

Elected official charged with biting NYPD officer

The Democratic New York City Council member is accused of biting a deputy police chief during a protest against a planned homeless shelter in her district.

By Jeff Coltin |

Both Biden and Trump are touchy subjects in these two New York swing districts

Republicans and Democrats try to change the subject in two House races outside New York City.

By Emily Ngo |

Hochul and her lieutenant governor stay split over Biden

The disagreement is part of a national divide among Democrats.

By Jason Beeferman and Nick Reisman |

Biden support slips in deep blue New York: ‘We’re a battleground state now’

Democrats are worried the president is taking New York for granted as the state becomes surprisingly competitive.

By Nick Reisman |

Anxious about Biden, Democratic donors begin looking to bolster down-ballot candidates

Funds may flow to battleground House and Senate candidates even as turmoil at the top of ticket threatens to drag them down

By Emily Ngo |

Inside the dramatic departure of New York City Hall’s top lawyer

A series of disagreements with Eric Adams’ office led to the ouster of the corporation counsel, whose permanent replacement has not been named.

By Joe Anuta |

As challengers emerge, Eric Adams touts support from Al Sharpton

The opinion piece was a clear reminder to anyone considering running against the New York City mayor that they’ll be accused of trying to take down a Black leader.

By Jeff Coltin |

New York likely to miss 70 percent renewable target

A new state report found a major statutory target three years off schedule.

By Marie J. French |

New York leaders agree on $112B city budget after bruising debate

The agreement capped a tumultuous process of Mayor Eric Adams, whose approval took a hit over proposed spending cuts.

By Joe Anuta and Jeff Coltin |

New York City to restore library funding in impending budget

Previous reductions to cultural institutions will be reversed under a new budget deal announced Thursday.

By Jeff Coltin and Joe Anuta |

Why Hakeem Jeffries isn’t that upset about Jamaal Bowman’s loss

The party leader endorsed his embattled colleague, but has also taken on Bowman’s liberal allies in other New York Democratic skirmishes.

By Emily Ngo |

New York City plans cellphone ban in schools

The move in the nation’s largest school district comes amid growing warnings about the danger social media poses to children.

By Madina Touré |

Leading New York City progressive, mulling 2025 challenge to Eric Adams, to blast mayor’s budget cuts

City Comptroller Brad Lander said child care will likely be top of mind for voters in next year’s election.

By Madina Touré |

Hakeem Jeffries ally in New York Legislature beats back socialist challenge

DSA picked up an Assembly seat in Queens but saw Bowman lose big.

By Jeff Coltin |