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The move signals Republicans in New York — in contrast to some national figures like Vice President JD Vance — want to distance themselves from the offensive rhetoric.

“What we're struggling over right now is trying to get the governor to sign it without amending us to death,” Eric Schneiderman said.

The Court of Appeals ruled unanimously in favor of a law passed by Democrats that would align more elections with the presidential race.

He explained the impact on a typical Plattsburgh couple enrolled in the Affordable Care Act's Bronze plan.

Some expressed their concerns directly with Rep. John Mannion during a recent telephone town hall.

The 12 to 4 vote was along party lines, with Republicans in the majority. The budget takes effect Jan. 1, 2026.

The maximum benefit jumps from $504 per week to $869 now that NYS has paid off debt in the system.

The Democratic governor’s top fiscal aide sent a letter to state agencies telling them to hold the line on spending.

The cameras went live over a month ago, and more than 60,000 drivers received speed warnings in just the first two weeks. The warning period ends Oct. 31.

James denied wrongdoing, and her allies said the case is politically motivated.