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President Trump Hosts a Bilateral Meeting with the Prime Minister of Japan – Video
According to the official United States-Japan Joint Leaders’ Statement released by the White House, President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru held their first official meeting in Washington, D.C. on February 7, 2025[1]. The leaders affirmed their determination to pursue a “new golden age” for U.S.-Japan relations that upholds a free and open…
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New York. Governor Hochul is a Guest on CNN’s “Laura Coates Live”
Governor Hochul: “We anticipated a situation like this as soon as we lost that fundamental right to reproductive freedom that we had for such a long time until the overturning of Roe v. Wade. We immediately, in our state capitol, set to create a shield law to protect our doctors for just a case like…
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Mayor Eric Adams Invests $2M to Expand Apprenticeships in Healthcare, Tech, and Child Care
Mayor Adams Announces $2 Million Investment to Build and Expand Apprenticeships Across Diverse Sectors Funding Will Create New Apprenticeship Opportunities for New Yorkers in Child Care, Nursing, Information Technology, and More. New Programs Expected to Serve Over 300 Apprentices, Help New York City Reach Mayor Adams’ ’30×30′ Moonshot Apprenticeship Goal. Investment Part of Adams Administration’s…
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President Donald Trump, February 6, 2025 Video
Trump Champions Faith, Religious Liberty, and Unity at National Prayer Breakfast T Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump delivered a passionate address at the National Prayer Breakfast Thursday morning, urging Americans to embrace faith, religious liberty, and unity. The event, held annually in Washington, brought together leaders from across the globe, and Trump used the…
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New York. Hochul Pushes Classroom Smartphone Ban, Citing Distractions and Mental Health Concerns
Governor Kathy Hochul appeared on NY1’s “Mornings on 1” to discuss her proposal to restrict smartphone use in schools, aiming to reduce distractions and improve student engagement. She highlighted concerns from teachers, parents, and students about the negative effects of phone addiction, social media, and lack of interpersonal communication. Tech:NYC CEO Julie Samuels supported the…
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Mayor Eric Adams Discusses Crime Reduction, Jobs, and Housing in NYC | Media Briefing
Mayor Adams Holds In-Person Media Availability Mayor Eric Adams: It feels so good to get back and see some of you. I’m going to do my list of who it feels good to see. But it is great to be back, coming back from Albany. Albany has, under this administration, I was telling the governor yesterday, Albany…
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NYC Council Leaders Testify on FY 2026 State Budget, Urging Fair Funding & Investment in Key Services
Speaker Adrienne Adams and Finance Chair Justin Brannan Offer Testimony on Fiscal Year 2026 State Budget at Joint NYS Senate & Assembly Hearing on Local Government – Today, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne E. Adams submitted testimony on the Executive Budget for State Fiscal Year 2026 and Finance Committee Chair Justin Brannan delivered testimony before…
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Mayor Adams Announces $2M Expansion of “Jobs NYC” to Boost Employment in Disadvantaged Communities
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced a $2 million investment to expand the “Jobs NYC” initiative, bringing hiring halls and workforce training directly to economically disadvantaged communities. This expansion, part of the city’s “Jobs Week,” aims to connect residents with public- and private-sector job opportunities, supporting Mayor Adams’ commitment to making NYC the…
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Mayor Adams Urges Albany to Support Tax Cuts, Mental Health Reforms & Asylum Aid in Testimony
New York City Mayor Eric Adams testified before the New York State Senate and Assembly, advocating for tax relief, mental health reforms, and justice system improvements. His “Axe the Tax for the Working Class” proposal aims to cut city income taxes for low-income New Yorkers, while the “Supportive Interventions Act” seeks better mental health care…
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Russian and Uzbek Nationals Charged with Conspiracy to File False Voter Registration Applications
A Russian national and an Uzbek national, both residing in Florida, were arrested for their alleged participation in a scheme to submit false and fraudulent voter registration applications to the Pinellas County, Florida, Supervisor of Elections. According to court filings, Dmitry Shushlebin, 45, a citizen of Russia living in Miami Beach, and Sanjar Jamilov, 33,…
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BREAKING NEWS: Mexico SURRENDERS To Trump, Locks Down Border | Mass FBI Firings, Deep State PURGE in DC
The US tariffs on Mexico have been paused for one month following discussions between President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Key details of this agreement include: The agreement aims to address both countries’ concerns while providing time for more comprehensive solutions to be developed. Global markets reacted positively to the news of the…
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New York. Governor Hochul Appears on MSNBC’s ‘The Weekend’ and Criticizes Trump
Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul was a guest on MSNBC’s “The Weekend” with Symone Sanders Townsend, Michael Steele and Alicia Menendez. A rush transcript of the Governor’s remarks is available below: Symone Sanders Townsend, MSNBC: Well, President Donald Trump just defended his tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, saying online in part, quote, “Will there be…
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President Trump Orders Precision Airstrikes on ISIS Leader in Somalia’s Golis Mountains
President Trump ordered precision military airstrikes on ISIS targets in Somalia yesterday, February 1, 2025[1][2]. The operation targeted a “Senior ISIS Attack Planner” and other terrorists in the Golis Mountains, a remote mountainous region in northern Somalia[2][5]. The airstrikes, carried out by U.S. Africa Command in coordination with the Somali government, reportedly destroyed caves used…
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Vacatur of 2025 Temporary Protected Status Decision for Venezuela
A Notice by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on 02/03/2025 Through this notice, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces that the Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary) has decided to vacate the January 10, 2025, decision of former Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas regarding TPS for Venezuela. Former Secretary Mayorkas extended the 2023 designation of Venezuela for…
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White House Moves to Block Last-Minute Union Deals That Restrict New Administration
The White House has issued a memorandum to prevent last-minute collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) from binding new administrations to the policies of their predecessors. The directive invalidates CBAs signed within 30 days of a presidential transition, targeting agreements like the Department of Education’s remote work deal finalized just days before the new administration took office.…
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President Donald Trump Launches Massive 10-to-1 Deregulation Initiative
January 31, 2025 ELIMINATING 10 REGULATIONS FOR EACH NEW REGULATION ISSUED: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to unleash prosperity through deregulation. HALTING THE REGULATORY ONSLAUGHT: President Trump will halt the job killing and inflation-driving regulatory blitz of the Biden Administration. BUILDING ON PAST SUCCESS: President Trump’s first Administration undertook the most…
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Got a Big Idea for Your Neighborhood? Score Up to $5K to Make It Happen!
Got a plan to transform your block but don’t know where to start? Whether it’s a community garden, a street beautification project, or a boost for your small business, Citizens Committee for New York City is handing out grants of up to $5,000 to turn your vision into reality. Funding New York’s Changemakers This NYC-based…
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NY Governor Hochul’s Plan to Reform Discovery Laws Gains District Attorneys’ Support to Fight Recidivism & Protect Victims. Video
Governor Kathy Hochul, joined by district attorneys from across New York, announced a plan to streamline New York’s discovery laws to prevent case dismissals on technicalities, reduce trial delays, and combat recidivism. Backed by the District Attorneys Association of the State of New York (DAASNY), the proposal aims to close loopholes that hinder justice for…
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Governor Hochul & NY DMV Recover Over 300 Stolen Vehicles, Services Worth $11 Million in 2024
In a significant victory for New York consumers, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) recovered more than $11 million in stolen vehicles, parts, services, and lost titles in 2024. Working closely with dealers and repair shops, the DMV assisted 474 customers in recouping funds and vehicle titles,…
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White House. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Briefs Members of the Media, January. 31, 2025 – Video
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt briefed the media on President Trump’s actions following the tragic plane collision at Reagan National Airport, emphasizing his commitment to aviation safety and merit-based hiring within the FAA. The President signed a memorandum directing an immediate assessment of the FAA’s hiring practices and safety protocols, aiming to reverse any deterioration during…
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