Trump admin sets March 21 deadline for NY to end congestion pricing

The fight over NYC’s congestion pricing is heating up. The Trump administration has set a March 21 deadline for the MTA to shut down its congestion tolling system, but the MTA and Gov. Kathy Hochul aren't backing down.

Adams defends 'Negroes' comment, says it was targeted at those calling for him to resign

When questioned about his use of the term "Negroes," Mayor Adams defended his choice and suggested that he was specifically addressing those who had called for his resignation.

Trump administration directs agencies to plan for massive layoffs

The Trump administration has issued a memo instructing federal agencies to develop plans for significant reductions in their workforce, aiming to streamline government operations.

President Trump shares apparent AI video offering ‘what's next’ for Gaza

President Trump shared an AI video of “what’s next" for Gaza that included a sunny beachside resort town alongside images of bearded bellydancers and a golden Trump balloon and statue.

Adams' lawyer files motion to dismiss, claims letter alleging 'quid pro quo' was leaked

In a recent move to have the case dismissed, Adams' attorney, Alex Spiro, filed a motion seeking the dismissal of the charges. He claims a letter was leaked out of "desperation."

New FAA rules at DCA halt air traffic for president’s Marine One travel

Air traffic at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport will now come to a complete stop whenever the president flies to and from the White House on Marine One, following a new policy aimed at enhancing airspace security, the Washington Post reports.

Andrew Cuomo leads latest NYC mayoral poll as speculation mounts

Former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who has not yet declared that he is running for NYC mayor, leads the Democratic primary field by almost 30 points, as speculation mounts over his candidacy.

DOGE workers quit: 21 federal technology staffers resign

Twenty-one federal technology staffers who were recently integrated into DOGE’s government-slashing effort resigned en masse from their jobs Tuesday. Here’s what they said.

DOGE latest: Nearly 40% of canceled contracts may save no money, data shows

DOGE claims to have found $65 billion in federal government savings so far, but more than 400 contracts worth millions of dollars are drawing questions.

Elon Musk email to federal employees targeted in lawsuit

Here's the latest on the email fiasco that developed over the weekend involving Elon Musk and hundreds of thousands of federal employees.

New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado will not run for re-election with Gov. Hochul

Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado confirmed on Monday that he will not run for re-election on the ticket with Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026. Delgado, who was appointed to the role in 2022, said he will serve out his current term, which runs until January 2027.

Trump administration cuts at least 1,600 USAID jobs, places global staff on leave

The Trump administration moved its fast-paced dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development toward what appeared to be its final phases, telling all but a fraction of staffers worldwide that they were on leave as of Monday and notifying at least 1,600 of the U.S.-based staffers they were being fired.

Dan Bongino named Deputy Director of FBI

President Donald Trump announced Sunday that Dan Bongino had been named the next Deputy Director of the FBI. Here's what to know about him.

Elon Musk email to federal employees met with resistance

From the Pentagon and the FBI to Republican lawmakers, here’s how agencies and officials are responding to Elon Musk’s email to federal employees requesting to know “what they got done last week."

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says he'll step down in exchange for NATO membership

A day before the three-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he’s ready to step down if Ukraine can join NATO.

FBI Director Kash Patel to take over ATF, reports say

FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to be sworn in as acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in what would be an unusual arrangement.

Wayans family, Kamala Harris honored at NAACP Image Awards

In her first major public appearance since leaving office, Kamala Harris urged people to stay resilient and hold onto their faith.