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N.Y. Rep.-Elect Santos' Resume Allegations "Serious"

N.Y. Rep.-Elect Santos' Resume Allegations "Serious"

A top Republican in Nassau County, N.Y. says that representative-elect George Santos’ (R-N.Y.) reportedly erroneous resume details are "serious" but that he deserves an opportunity to clear his name.

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NYC to Involuntarily Hospitalize Mentally Ill

NYC to Involuntarily Hospitalize Mentally Ill

On Tuesday, New York City (NYC) Mayor Eric Adams announced a plan to allow first responders to involuntarily hospitalize the mentally ill if they "cannot support their basic human needs to an extent that causes them harm."

Health

US Midterms: Zeldin's NY Campaign Investigated Over Super PACs

US Midterms: Zeldin's NY Campaign Investigated Over Super PACs

New York's top election watchdog is reportedly investigating the campaign of Rep. Lee Zeldin, the GOP nominee for governor, regarding potential violations of state law by coordinating with a pair of "super PACs" (political action committees).

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Court Orders NYC to Reinstate Unvaccinated Employees

Court Orders NYC to Reinstate Unvaccinated Employees

NY state Supreme Court Judge Ralph Porzio on Monday ruled that New York City must rehire and give back pay to city employees who were fired for refusing to be vaccinated against COVID.

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US Midterms: Zeldin to Debate Hochul for NY Governor's Race

US Midterms: Zeldin to Debate Hochul for NY Governor's Race

On Sunday, Republican New York gubernatorial candidate Rep. Lee Zeldin agreed to a debate with incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul. The two will face off on Tuesday.

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