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Zohran Mamdani’s Radical Vision: Freezing Rents and Upholding ‘International Law’ in NYC Mayoral Race

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New York—Zohran Mamdani, a socialist assemblyman and candidate for mayor, is prioritizing affordability in his campaign by proposing measures such as freezing rents and eliminating bus fares. However, his recent statements regarding international law and his pledge to seek the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the International Criminal Court (ICC) may indicate a more radical ideological stance. On June 8, a forum hosted by B’nai Jeshurun, a prominent synagogue on the Upper West Side, focused on mayoral candidates addressing issues pertinent to the Jewish community. Moderators posed questions centered on the rise … Read more

Judge Denies Trump Officials’ Attempt to Halt NYC Congestion Pricing Initiative

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A federal judge has denied a request from former Trump administration officials to halt New York City’s congestion pricing plan, a decision that has significant implications for the city’s traffic management and environmental goals. The ruling marks a critical moment in efforts to reduce vehicle congestion in one of the world’s busiest urban areas. The congestion pricing initiative aims to charge vehicles entering Manhattan’s busy central business district, with proceeds earmarked to improve public transit and combat pollution. Critics argue that the plan disproportionately affects lower-income residents and small businesses, while supporters claim it is … Read more

NYC Council Halts Mayor’s Plan for ICE Office on Rikers Island Amid Legal Battle and Public Concern

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New York, NY — A Manhattan judge has issued a temporary injunction stopping the formation of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office within Rikers Island, the city’s main jail complex. This decree came on Monday, pausing initiatives that have sparked extensive criticism and legal action from the New York City Council. The city’s legislative body filed a lawsuit against Mayor Eric Adams, arguing that his decision was a direct response to the U.S. Justice Department’s previous choice to drop certain federal charges against him. The council described this agreement as reciprocation toward federal agencies, … Read more

NYC Judge Blocks Rikers Island Collaboration With Federal Immigration Agents Amid Legal and Political Turmoil

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NEW YORK — A state judge has issued a temporary order preventing New York City Mayor Eric Adams from allowing federal immigration officials to set up operations at the Rikers Island jail complex. The directive was handed down Monday by Judge Mary Rosado, who scheduled a hearing for later this week to further assess the situation. The lawsuit prompting Rosado’s decision was filed by the New York City Council following an April 8 executive order from Mayor Adams. The order would have permitted federal law enforcement and immigration agents to maintain an office at Rikers, … Read more