Politics

Diya Vij Appointed NYC Cultural Affairs Commissioner

New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani names arts curator and program director as head of the nation's largest municipal cultural affairs department.

NYC Mayor's Wife Liked Posts Celebrating Deadly Hamas Attack

Rama Duwaji, wife of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, faced backlash for interacting with social media posts praising the October 7 massacre in Israel.

Brooklyn Congregation Fights to Save Historic Synagogue Amid Housing Dispute

Kingsbrook Shul congregation says hospital management refuses to allow them back inside after pandemic closure.

Levi Strauss Heir Dan Goldman Distances Himself From Pro-Israel Wife's Social Media Activity

The Democratic congressman faced backlash from left-wing activists over his wife's support for Israel and criticism of Hamas.

AOC Struggles to Defend Wealth Tax on International Stage

Ocasio-Cortez's progressive rhetoric falters when confronted by policymaker with real-world experience

Damning Open Letter Exposes Jeffries' Epstein Ties

Letter alleges Hakeem Jeffries had troubling connections to convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

Pakistani Man Convicted in Plot to Assassinate U.S. Politician

Asif Merchant claimed he was acting on orders from Iran's Revolutionary Guard

U.S. and Venezuela Agree to Restore Diplomatic Ties on Anniversary of Hugo Chávez's Death

The announcement comes after the U.S. carried out an operation to arrest Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro.

Trump Launches Extended Air War Against Iran

Questions linger about the administration's long-term strategy and potential Congressional opposition.