MIDTOWN TRIBUNE

​Recent reports indicate that Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has blocked a $52 million payment intended for the World Economic Forum (WEF). Established by former President Donald Trump and led by Musk, DOGE aims to identify and prevent unnecessary government expenditures. ​Binance This action has garnered significant attention, with various sources highlighting the… Read more: DOGE blocked a $52 million payment from going to the World Economic Forum

New York’s Court of Appeals has struck down the city’s non-citizen voting law, affirming lower court rulings that deemed it unconstitutional. The decision marks a significant victory for U.S. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis and election integrity advocates, who argued the law undermined the fundamental principle that voting is a right reserved for U.S. citizens. Malliotakis criticized… Read more: New York’s Non-Citizen Voting Law Struck Down: A Victory for Election Integrity

Governor Kathy Hochul today launched a new web portal to support access to vaccines and public health information in the wake of measles cases in New York State. The Governor joined State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald to update New Yorkers on the cases and encouraged everyone to ensure they are current on all recommended immunizations. There… Read more: As Measles Cases Spread, NY Governor Hochul Launches New Web Portal to Support Access to Vaccines and Public Health Information

Recent years have shown how a single political decision can shift global power dynamics. Donald Trump made the U.S. a leader in oil production, weakening Russia’s position. Joe Biden, however, abandoned American energy independence, handing Putin the financial resources to fund the war in Ukraine. But with Trump’s return to the White House, the situation… Read more: Biden’s Energy Bans Boost Russian Oil Revenue After Trump’s Exit. Biden Fueled Putin’s War ?

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose. Commonsense approaches and investments by State and local governments across American infrastructure will enhance national security and create a more resilient Nation. Federal policy must rightly recognize that preparedness is… Read more: Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness

Shooting Incidents With Injury in Communities Participating in the State’s Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) Initiative Declined During the First Two Months of the Year After Reaching Lowest Level on Record in 2024 Shooting Incidents With Injury Decreased 18 Percent in January and February Compared to Those Two Months in 2024 Governor’s Budget Proposal Invests… Read more: Safer Streets: Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on the State’s Continued Progress to Drive Down Gun Violence

March 18, 2025 Albany, NY Governor Hochul and Congressman Tonko Announce More Than $270 Million in Funding to Build and Preserve More Than 1,800 Affordable Homes Across New York Funding Will Support Construction and Preservation of 28 Affordable Housing Developments Statewide that Provide Supportive Services and Further Local Economic Development Initiatives Governor Supports Passing Legislation… Read more:  Housing

March 18, 2025 Led by Department of Records and Information Services, Exhibit Starts in 1828 with Prohibition of Abortion in New York City to Present Day,  Highlighting City’s Current Reputation as National Leader in Reproductive Rights  Announcement Comes as Adams Administration Commemorates  400th Anniversary of New York City and Women’s History Month  NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric… Read more: Mayor Adams Announces new Exhibit on History of Reproductive Rights in New York City

Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech at the American Dynamism Summit on March 18, 2025, focusing on revitalizing U.S. industry, technology, and defense. Below are the key highlights of his remarks: The speech reflected a broader push by the administration to bolster national security and economic independence through technological advancement and industrial growth. Citations:… Read more: Vice President JD Vance Delivers Remarks at the American Dynamism Summit. White House official Video

The American steel industry will be “reinvigorated” by President Donald J. Trump’s tariffs on steel imports, writes Steel Manufacturers Association President Philip K. Bell in today’s Pittsburgh Post-Gazette — describing how President Trump’s action to close loopholes and exemptions will strengthen the critical industry. “The American steel industry, in other words, is going in reverse, primarily because of increasing imports from… Read more: White House. “Trump’s tariffs are saving the American steel industry”

Extension of Pilot Will Continue to Allow Eligible City Employees to Work Remotely Up to Two Days Per Week   – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and District Council 37 (DC 37) Executive Director Henry Garrido today announced a one-year extension of the remote work pilot program previously agreed to by the city and DC 37… Read more: New York . Mayor Adams, DC 37 Executive Director Garrido Announce Extension of Remote Work Pilot for City Employees

Tánaiste Simon Harris: Good morning, everybody. Good morning, there we go. Well, happy St. Patrick’s Day. It’s a great honor to be here, to be here in New York, to be here in Gracie Mansion as the deputy prime minister, the Tánaiste of Ireland, to wish you all a very happy St. Patrick’s Day. Thank you… Read more: New York. Mayor Adams Hosts Reception Celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day