Gov. Kathy Hochul once again reaffirmed that she has the power to oust Mayor Adams but pinned much of the blame for the uproar over a speculated quid pro quo on President Trump.
Hochul reiterates she can still oust Adams, blames Trump for perception of ‘holding the city hostage’
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February 23, 2025
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