CNN, MS NOW and Politico suing Trump administration over ban

CNN, MS NOW and Politico filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over being denied access to the White House. Reporters from the media outlets were blocked from the White House over the weekend.

US pitches new AI alert system to China for incidents affecting national security

The United States is looking to establish a new “notification mechanism" with China that would be triggered in cases where artificial intelligence-related incidents could affect national security. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed the proposal Sunday as the two nations meet ahead of this week’s White House talks between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. 

Attorney on if Trump has the ability to ban news outlets from White House
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Attorney Imran Ansari speaks with FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas about President Donald Trump's recent announcement that he will ban CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House. 

Politics Unusual: NYS Comptroller nominee Hernandez, NYC Deputy Mayor for Housing and Planning
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In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Joseph Hernandez, the Republican candidate for the NYS Comptroller race, to discuss how he would handle his responsibilities if elected. Also, a conversation with New York City Deputy Mayor for Housing and Planning Leila Bozorg about policy ideas regarding affordable housing.

NYC deputy mayor for housing on affordability, landlords suing Rent Guidelines Board
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New York City Deputy Mayor for Housing and Planning Leila Bozorg sits down to discuss the city's goal to build 200,000 affordable homes over the next ten years, as well as potential ways to assist struggling landlords.

GOP nominee for NYS Comptroller talks background, former mayoral campaign
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Republican nominee for New York State Comptroller Joseph Hernandez comes on Politics Unusual to discuss his former run for New York City's mayoral office, as well as how he would approach his role if chosen to succeed current Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli.

Trump says he is banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from White House

President Donald Trump said Friday he is banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House due to what he described as their "constant 'reporting' fake news."

Senate Democrat blocks data center electricity costs bill

A bipartisan effort to make data centers pay for their growing demands on the power grid hit a roadblock in the Senate on Thursday.

Trump banning several media outlets from White House
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President Donald Trump announced that he plans to ban CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the latest.

Bipartisan support at legislation to keep AI agents from going rogue
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Reps. Mike Lawler and Josh Gottheimer introduced a new bipartisan bill aimed at preventing AI agents from going rogue. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay breaks it down.

NYC prepping security measures ahead of UN General Assembly
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New York City is preparing to welcome leaders from around the world in anticipation of the United Nations General Assembly. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the details.

FULL: Mamdani, Tisch hold security briefing for United Nations General Assembly
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch hold a security briefing to discuss how they are working to protect the city ahead of the United Nations General Assembly.

Democrats gaining advantage ahead of midterms as Trump's ratings sink: poll

A new poll from The New York Times and Siena College shows Democrats opening up a significant advantage over Republicans ahead of the November midterms, fueled largely by voter frustration with President Donald Trump's handling of the economy.

Rep. Thomas Massie moves to impeach Pete Hegseth over Iran war

Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., introduced a resolution to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on the House floor Tuesday.

Mamdani announces new street safety plans
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces plans to reimagine New York City's street safety blueprint with the goal of eliminating traffic deaths. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the details.

Kash Patel clashes with Senate Judiciary Committee over FBI policy
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FBI Director Kash Patel engaged in a heated Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing regarding lowered agency hiring standards, mass personnel firings and agency involvement in 2020 election investigations. During the session, lawmakers clashed over election security strategies as well, with Democrats voicing sharp concerns over potential voter intimidation if federal agents are deployed to polling places.  

How to register to vote

National Voter Registration Day falls on Sept. 15 this year and serves as a reminder to check your registration status ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3.