Tag: NYC politics
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NYC’s Mayor-Elect Encourages Residents to “Resist” ICE — Raising New Fears of Lawlessness Under a Radical Immigration Agenda
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s recent bilingual video urging residents to “stand up to ICE” highlights a significant political shift against federal immigration enforcement amid rising public safety concerns. Critics argue this guidance risks escalating confrontations with federal agents and undermining law enforcement, potentially exacerbating existing tensions and economic challenges in the city.
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Congestion Pricing Was Sold as Reform. For Many New Yorkers, It’s Just Another Cash Grab.
New York’s congestion pricing, initiated in January 2025, was intended to reduce traffic and improve transportation funding. However, it has led to significant financial burdens for working families and small businesses without meaningful traffic relief. Critics label the program a “cash grab,” questioning its effectiveness and calling for better accountability from the MTA.