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18-06-2025
The New York Post editorial criticizes New York Attorney General Letitia James for investigating local law enforcement agencies suspected of cooperating with federal immigration authorities like ICE, calling it politically motivated and contrary to public safety priorities. It argues James is targeting “good guys” instead of addressing rising crime, cites polls showing New Yorkers support deporting criminal migrants, and frames her actions as part of a broader pattern of anti-Trump litigation and left-leaning pandering that doesn’t serve residents’ interests.
Entities: Letitia James, New York Post, New York Attorney General, ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), New York law enforcement • Tone: critical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: critique
18-06-2025
The opinion piece argues that Zohran Mamdani’s radical platform—free services, rent freezes, higher taxes on the wealthy, anti-policing stances, and support for BDS—has made Andrew Cuomo appear comparatively safe and viable in the NYC mayoral race. Despite Cuomo’s tainted record, especially the nursing home COVID scandal and forced resignation, Mamdani’s positions have spooked moderates and energized establishment support for Cuomo, including Michael Bloomberg’s endorsement and funding, and a New York Times editorial that harshly criticizes Mamdani while begrudgingly suggesting Cuomo would be better. The article contends Mamdani’s rise is rescuing Cuomo’s candidacy, aided by polls showing Mamdani closing in and progressive attempts to exploit ranked-choice voting—ultimately giving Cuomo a clearer path to victory.
Entities: Andrew Cuomo, Zohran Mamdani, New York City mayoral race, Michael Bloomberg, New York Times • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: critique
18-06-2025
New York City Comptroller and mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by federal immigration agents while attempting to escort an immigrant out of a Lower Manhattan courthouse, an incident caught on video that drew widespread attention and support from Democrats, including Gov. Kathy Hochul. Released without charges, Lander framed the arrest as part of his commitment to protect immigrants amid aggressive federal actions also targeting other Democrats. Critics, including Republicans and allies of Mayor Eric Adams, called it a political stunt.
Lander, a progressive trailing Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani in polls, is leveraging the moment to rally voters in a primary where Democrats broadly oppose mass deportations. He has a cross-endorsement with Mamdani under ranked-choice voting, while Cuomo-backed groups are spending heavily against Mamdani. Lander argues Cuomo is too conservative to stand up to Trump and positions himself or another progressive as the better alternative. He pledged to continue courthouse escorts and urged volunteers to “bear witness.”
Entities: Brad Lander, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), New York City, Kathy Hochul, Eric Adams • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
18-06-2025
The New York Times reports that Tom Homan, President Trump’s border czar, secured a close liaison in New York City by pushing for Kaz Daughtry—an NYPD official later elevated to deputy mayor for public safety—to serve as his City Hall point of contact. Facilitated initially by an introduction from Dr. Phil, Daughtry helped lay groundwork for ICE access at Rikers Island and coordinated large-scale immigration raids at city-funded migrant hotels, which were ultimately halted by Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch for violating sanctuary laws. While Mayor Eric Adams’s administration denies involvement in civil deportation efforts and frames cooperation as targeting violent criminals, the account details an unusually close coordination between City Hall and the Trump administration on immigration enforcement. A judge has temporarily blocked ICE operations at Rikers, and questions persist over the extent of Daughtry’s role, even as he publicly cultivates ties with Trump allies.
Entities: Tom Homan, Kaz Daughtry, Eric Adams, Jessica Tisch, ICE • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
18-06-2025
Mario Guevara, a Salvadoran-born journalist who has reported on immigration in Georgia for two decades, was arrested while livestreaming a protest against the Trump administration’s immigration policies near Atlanta and then transferred to ICE custody. Guevara, who has a work permit but is not a permanent resident or citizen, faces charges including obstruction, unlawful assembly, and improperly entering the roadway. His lawyers plan to challenge his detention and seek legal status, arguing he was complying with police orders. Press freedom advocates, including the Committee to Protect Journalists, called for his release and for charges to be dropped, warning the case threatens First Amendment protections and could lead to his deportation. Guevara is known for his coverage of immigration arrests and has a large social media following.
Entities: Mario Guevara, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), First Amendment, Trump administration • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
