Republicans are ahead in key congressional races in New York State, mirroring a national trend of apparent success in winning back swing districts. Source: New York Times
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Incumbent Democrats Win in N.J. House Races; Van Drew Is Narrowly Ahead
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2020
Voter turnout was on track to set records, complicating the counting process. Mail ballots may be counted for up to a week after the election. Source: New York Times
Incumbent Democrats Prevail in New Jersey Congressional Races
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2020
Voter turnout was on track to set records, complicating the counting process. Mail ballots may be counted for up to a week after the election. Source: New York Times
Rep. Elise Stefanik, Called ‘Republican Star’ by Trump, Wins 4th Term
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2020
Ms. Stefanik’s role in the impeachment hearings drew Democratic ire, as well as $16 million in campaign donations to the northern New York race. Source: New York Times
New York Elections: What's at Stake
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2020
All eyes were on the State Senate, where Democrats are close to a veto-proof supermajority. But results might be delayed because of a torrent of mail-in ballots. Source: New York Times
He’s a Rare House Republican in a District Trump Lost. Can He Hold On?
By Gotham Rex on October 31, 2020
Representative John Katko has managed to keep his seat in Central New York by distancing himself from the president. Will that be enough this year? Source: New York Times
Turkish Bank Case Showed Erdogan’s Influence With Trump
By Gotham Rex on October 29, 2020
New details of the Justice Department’s handling of the accusations against Halkbank reveal how Turkey’s leader pressured the president, prompting concern from top White House aides. Source: New York Times
Amtrak Warns of Layoffs and Project Delays Without Billions in Assistance
By Gotham Rex on October 21, 2020
The chief executive urged senators to pass legislation that includes more than $2 billion in emergency funding for the rail agency. Source: New York Times
A Viral Theory Cited by Health Officials Draws Fire From Scientists
By Gotham Rex on October 19, 2020
A manifesto urging reliance on “herd immunity” without lockdowns was warmly received by administration officials. But the strategy cannot stem the pandemic, many experts say. Source: New York Times
Inspired by Trump, Hasidic Backlash Grows Over Virus Rules
By Gotham Rex on October 15, 2020
Orthodox Jewish leaders have seen a growing, raucous faction of young men in the community, tired of pandemic guidelines and resentful of the secular authorities. Source: New York Times
Eric Trump Finally Interviewed in N.Y. Fraud Inquiry
By Gotham Rex on October 5, 2020
President Trump’s son had sought to postpone a deposition with the New York attorney general’s office until after Election Day. Source: New York Times
White House Is Not Contact Tracing ‘Super-Spreader’ Trump Rose Garden Event
By Gotham Rex on October 5, 2020
Since President Trump’s Covid diagnosis, numerous associates have tested positive, but the White House has not aggressively investigated the outbreak. Source: New York Times
Trump Could Be Investigated for Tax Fraud, D.A. Says for First Time
By Gotham Rex on September 21, 2020
The assertion by the Manhattan district attorney offered rare insight into the office’s investigation of the president and his businesses. Source: New York Times
Lev Parnas, Giuliani Associate, Faces New Fraud Charges
By Gotham Rex on September 17, 2020
Mr. Parnas, who participated in a campaign to dig up dirt on the president’s political rivals, is accused of swindling investors. Source: New York Times
U.S. Prosecutors’ Bid to ‘Bury’ Evidence Draws Judge’s Wrath
By Gotham Rex on September 16, 2020
In an unusual opinion, a federal judge criticized the U.S. attorney’s office in Manhattan for its handling of a high-stakes Iranian sanctions case. Source: New York Times