NY Attorney General Letitia James, backed by 17 other state attorneys general, urges Congress to reject the SAVE Act, citing potential voter disenfranchisement.

Mayor Eric Adams’ lawyer requests an expedited decision on his federal corruption charges, citing the urgency of the mayoral candidacy petition deadline.

Columbia University SIPA graduates protested the school's compliance with Trump policies by tearing up their diplomas, highlighting the detention of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil and criticizing the university's leadership changes.

A judge ordered a temporary halt to the detention of Columbia student Yunseo Chung by ICE, amid her ongoing lawsuit related to her protest involvement.

Columbia University student Yunseo Chung sues President Trump, claiming she faced repressive measures for her pro-Palestinian activism, leading to a dorm search and threats of deportation by federal agents.

NYC Council member Justin Brannan seeks to divest city pensions from Tesla, citing concerns over Elon Musk's influence and the company's financial instability.

Attorney General Letitia James and a coalition of 20 attorneys general are suing to stop President Trump's administration from making cuts to the Department of Education, which would affect funding and services.

Mayor Eric Adams announces "Women Forward NYC" as a plan to improve gender equity, with over $43 million funding, aiming to address safety, health, and empowerment of women and gender-expansive individuals in New York City.

Columbia University enacts policy changes, including new protest rules and disciplinary measures, to secure federal grants after Trump administration demands.

Alina Habba, Trump's personal attorney, is appointed as the interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, a move confirmed by the White House. She replaces John Giordano and aims to tackle local corruption.

Andrew Cuomo received a mixed response in the NYC mayoral race, with a warm welcome at a Democrat forum and opposition at a memorial event for nursing home COVID-19 victims. Critics focused on his past policies, while Cuomo discussed national issues.

Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil, arrested for pro-Palestinian activism, is facing deportation by the Trump administration, sparking protests and raising free speech concerns. His case is symptomatic of broader civil liberties issues.

A court ruled that Red Rose Rescue violated clinic access laws, blocking reproductive health services, which the NY Attorney General Letitia James hailed as a win for legal and reproductive rights.