People honked horns, danced and celebrated in the city, which is President Trump’s hometown but had turned its back on him. Source: New York Times
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How ‘Defund the Police’ Became a Flashpoint in Competitive N.Y. Races
By Gotham Rex on November 6, 2020
Democrats are debating whether the party’s stances alienated moderates, but progressives like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez challenged that narrative. Source: New York Times
Steve Bannon Loses Lawyer After Suggesting Beheading of Fauci
By Gotham Rex on November 6, 2020
Mr. Bannon, the former adviser to President Trump, said the heads of the F.B.I. director and Dr. Anthony Fauci should be put on pikes, leading Twitter to ban one of his accounts. Source: New York Times
Some Suburban Strongholds Swing Back to G.O.P. in N.Y. and Across U.S.
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2020
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
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