Governor Kathy Hochul and Democratic mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani both believe in implementing a universal program, but they disagree on the best way to fund it. While they share the same goal, tensions have risen over Mamdani’s proposal to raise taxes—a position Hochul steadfastly opposes.

Representative Jerry Nadler of New York has announced he will not seek reelection in 2026. The longtime Democrat confirmed his decision in a Monday night interview with The New York Times, signaling a significant change for New York’s political scene.

In a recent interview on Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures,” former President Donald Trump called Mamdani a “communist” and warned him to “do what’s right, or you won’t receive any money.” Trump further described Mamdani as “very bad for New York,” intensifying political tensions.