Politics Unusual: NYC Council Finance Chair Lee, Office of Community Safety discussion
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with NYC Council Finance Chair Linda Lee to discuss the city's budget deficit. Also, a conversation with Brooklyn College Sociology Professor Alex Vitale about the mayor's newly announced Office of Community Safety.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with NYC Council Finance Chair Linda Lee to discuss the city's budget deficit. Also, a conversation with Brooklyn College Sociology Professor Alex Vitale about the mayor's newly announced Office of Community Safety.
Politics Unusual: NYS Sen. Stewart-Cousins, TWU International President Samuelsen
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks to State Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins about budget negotiations. Also, a conversation with TWU International President John Samuelsen.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks to State Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins about budget negotiations. Also, a conversation with TWU International President John Samuelsen.
Politics Unusual: Mayor's Office of Child Care Executive Director, CEO of NY Apartment Association
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks to Emmy Liss, the executive director of the Mayor's Office of Child Care, about the city's plans for 2-K. Also, a conversation with the CEO of the New York Apartment Association on "rental ripoff hearings."
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks to Emmy Liss, the executive director of the Mayor's Office of Child Care, about the city's plans for 2-K. Also, a conversation with the CEO of the New York Apartment Association on "rental ripoff hearings."
Politics Unusual: NYS Assembly Minority Leader Ra, "Stop Super Speeders Act"
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with State Assembly Minority Leader Ed Ra about potentially raising taxes on millionaires. Also, a conversation with Chrissy Oakes, a street safety advocate, about the "Stop Super Speeders" legislation.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with State Assembly Minority Leader Ed Ra about potentially raising taxes on millionaires. Also, a conversation with Chrissy Oakes, a street safety advocate, about the "Stop Super Speeders" legislation.
Politics Unusual: NYC Council Speaker Menin, NYS Assemblyman Simone
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks to New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin about the mayor's proposal to raise the city's property taxes. Also, a conversation with NYS Assemblyman Tony Simone.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks to New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin about the mayor's proposal to raise the city's property taxes. Also, a conversation with NYS Assemblyman Tony Simone.
Politics Unusual: Sen. Gianaris exit, B-HEARD report
In this week’s episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sat down with Deputy Senate Majority Leader Mike Gianaris, as well as Cassandra Stuart, a lead budget and policy analyst at the Independent Budget Office.
In this week’s episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sat down with Deputy Senate Majority Leader Mike Gianaris, as well as Cassandra Stuart, a lead budget and policy analyst at the Independent Budget Office.
Politics Unusual: Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman about his gubernatorial campaign.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman about his gubernatorial campaign.
Politics Unusual: DOT Commissioner Flynn, CBC President Rein
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with New York City's Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Flynn about how the city handled the recent winter storm. Also, a conversation with Andrew Rein, president of the Citizens Budget Commission, about the city's budget issues.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with New York City's Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Flynn about how the city handled the recent winter storm. Also, a conversation with Andrew Rein, president of the Citizens Budget Commission, about the city's budget issues.
Politics Unusual: Queens Borough President Richards, NYC Councilmember Krishnan
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards about affordable housing being built in Queens, as well as ICE concerns. Also, a conversation with New York City Councilmember Shekar Krishnan.
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards about affordable housing being built in Queens, as well as ICE concerns. Also, a conversation with New York City Councilmember Shekar Krishnan.
Politics Unusual: 1:1 with Hochul, NYC Council Minority Leader Carr
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down for an exclusive interview with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. Also, a conversation with NYC Council Minority Leader David Carr.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down for an exclusive interview with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. Also, a conversation with NYC Council Minority Leader David Carr.
Politics Unusual: Jan. 9, 2026 FULL show
In this week’s episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sat down with Mayor Zohran Mamdani for an exclusive one-on-one interview. Plus, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson joined the show.
In this week’s episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sat down with Mayor Zohran Mamdani for an exclusive one-on-one interview. Plus, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson joined the show.
Politics Unusual: Interview with NYC Comptroller Mark Levine
In this special episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with New York City Comptroller Mark Levine to discuss his future plans regarding the city.
In this special episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with New York City Comptroller Mark Levine to discuss his future plans regarding the city.
Politics Unusual: Interview with Mayor Adams; NJ 2025 recap
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses sits down with New York City Mayor Eric Adams to look back at his time as mayor.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses sits down with New York City Mayor Eric Adams to look back at his time as mayor.
Politics Unusual: NYS Comptroller DiNapoli, Jersey City Mayor Fulop
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli about the state's fiscal outlook for 2026. Also, Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop looks back at his decades in political office.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli about the state's fiscal outlook for 2026. Also, Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop looks back at his decades in political office.
Politics Unusual: Can NYC buses be fast and free?
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has a conversation with transit reporters Clayton Guse and Dave Colon. Also, New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes on a new bill regarding artificial intelligence.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has a conversation with transit reporters Clayton Guse and Dave Colon. Also, New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes on a new bill regarding artificial intelligence.
Politics Unusual: NY governor's race; Asian American vote in NYC mayoral election
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has a conversation with POLITICO's Albany Bureau Chief Nick Reisman about the upcoming New York gubernatorial race.
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has a conversation with POLITICO's Albany Bureau Chief Nick Reisman about the upcoming New York gubernatorial race.
Politics Unusual: Jersey City mayor's race
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses speaks with Dr. Matthew Hale, an Associate Professor for the Department of Political Science at Seton Hall, about the Jersey City mayor's race.
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses speaks with Dr. Matthew Hale, an Associate Professor for the Department of Political Science at Seton Hall, about the Jersey City mayor's race.
New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Act sparks debate, sit-down with Mamdani, more news | Politics Unusual FULL EPISODE
In this episode, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and End of Life Choices New York’s Mandi Zucker discuss the Medical Aid in Dying Act — a bill that would allow terminally ill adults with six months or less to live the option to end their lives with prescribed medication. The measure is awaiting Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signature, though she hasn’t said if she will sign or veto it. Washington, D.C., and 11 other states, including New Jersey, already have similar laws on the books.
In this episode, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and End of Life Choices New York’s Mandi Zucker discuss the Medical Aid in Dying Act — a bill that would allow terminally ill adults with six months or less to live the option to end their lives with prescribed medication. The measure is awaiting Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signature, though she hasn’t said if she will sign or veto it. Washington, D.C., and 11 other states, including New Jersey, already have similar laws on the books.
Will Mamdani, Hochul bring free childcare to NYC by 2027? Mayor-elect on Politics Unusual
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he and Governor Kathy Hochul are aligned on a plan to make universal childcare a reality by 2027. In a new interview, Mamdani discussed his campaign promises, the governor’s cooperation and what’s next.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he and Governor Kathy Hochul are aligned on a plan to make universal childcare a reality by 2027. In a new interview, Mamdani discussed his campaign promises, the governor’s cooperation and what’s next.
Politics Unusual: Mamdani Transition Team Co-Chair Maria Torres-Springer; Rep. Gottheimer
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Mayor Adams' former First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer, who is now a co-chair of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition team, to discuss the role of any transition team. Also, a conversation with Rep. Josh Gottheimer.
In this week's episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay sits down with Mayor Adams' former First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer, who is now a co-chair of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition team, to discuss the role of any transition team. Also, a conversation with Rep. Josh Gottheimer.