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Trump Names Susie Summerall Wiles, Daughter Of Former NY Giant, As Chief Of Staff Trump Names Susie Summerall Wiles, Daughter Of Former NY Giant, As Chief Of Staff
Trump Names Susie Summerall Wiles, Daughter Of Former NY Giant, As Chief Of Staff President-elect Donald J. Trump has appointed New Jersey native Susan "Susie" Summerall Wiles, the campaign manager of his successful 2024 presidential campaign, as his White House Chief of Staff, according to an announcement made Thursday, Nov. 7. It marks a historic milestone as she will become the first woman to hold the position in US history.  “Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest political victories in American history, and was an integral part of both my 2016 and 2020 successful campaigns,” Trump said in the press release. “Susie is tough, smart, innovative, an…
Election Day Traditions, Superstitions Run Gamut: 'Make Nachos, Drink Heavily' Election Day Traditions, Superstitions Run Gamut: 'Make Nachos, Drink Heavily'
Election Day Traditions, Superstitions Run Gamut: 'Make Nachos, Drink Heavily' After months of endless campaign ads, fundraising texts, rally speeches, and plenty of late-night TV fodder – who could forget, “They’re eating the dogs!!” – you’ve finally cast your ballot. Now what? If you’re like most politically minded Americans, you’ll be glued to wall-to-wall TV coverage, or constantly refreshing (doom scrolling?) your social media feed until a winner is finally projected in the presidential race. Spoiler alert: it could take days. And election-related stress is no joke: A majority of Democrats and Republicans said concern over the presidential race was spiking their …
Showdown Of 30-Somethings In Westchester District Labeled 'Race To Watch' By Politico Showdown Of 30-Somethings In Westchester District Labeled 'Race To Watch' By Politico
Showdown Of 30-Somethings In Westchester District Labeled 'Race To Watch' By Politico The race for New York's 17th District seat is drawing national attention, as it may play a large role in what party ends up securing a majority in the House, according to a new report by Politico. The race between incumbent Rep. Mike Lawler, a 38-year-old Republican, and Democrat Mondaire Jones, age 37, has been labeled a "race to watch" by Politico in a new report from Sunday, Oct. 27.  The 17th District consists of all of Rockland and Putnam counties, most of Northern Westchester, and portions of southern Dutchess County. According to the outlet, the seat is one of a handf…
Ben & Jerry Founders Unveil New 'Kamala' Ice Cream Ben & Jerry Founders Unveil New 'Kamala' Ice Cream
Ben & Jerry Founders Unveil New 'Kamala' Ice Cream Move on, chocolate chip, Kamala's new flavor is dropping.  The co-founders of Ben & Jerry's, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, just announced  that they have teamed up with the progressive advocacy group MoveOn.Org to create a new flavor of ice cream called "Kamala's Coconut Jubilee," in honor of Vice President Harris' presidential campaign.  It's part of a get out the vote campaign that will kick off with a rally in Philadelphia on Monday, Sept. 16. The "Scoop The Vote" tour will then travel to more than 20 battleground cities in Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, and…
Harris Taps Gov. Tim Walz As Running Mate As Swing State Tour Starts Ahead Of Convention Harris Taps Gov. Tim Walz As Running Mate As Swing State Tour Starts Ahead Of Convention
Harris Taps Gov. Tim Walz As Running Mate As Swing State Tour Starts Ahead Of Convention Vice President Kamala Harris has ended weeks of speculation after naming Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate on Tuesday, Aug. 6.  The 60-year-old Walz was a seemingly late entrant to the "veepstakes" but gained popularity after several media appearances went viral.  The chair of the Democratic Governor's Association, Walz was a US Congressman from 2007 to 2019. A former high school social studies teacher, he's served 24 years in the Army National Guard. Harris said she chose Walz because of his dedication to working-class families.  One of the things that stood out …
Harris Expected To Name Running Mate In Campaign Video Within 24 Hours: Report Harris Expected To Name Running Mate In Campaign Video Within 24 Hours: Report
Harris Expected To Name Running Mate In Campaign Video Within 24 Hours: Report Kamala Harris is expected to name her running mate in a campaign video announcement on Tuesday morning, Aug. 6, several reports say.  The move is similar to how President Joe Biden announced Harris as his running mate in 2020. While more than a dozen names have been floated as Harris' potential vice presidential nominee, six candidates seem most likely, Politico reported.   Those are 51-year-old Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, 46-year-old Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, age 60, Transportation Secretary Pete Bu…
Stunner: Hillary Clinton Endorses Westchester's Latimer For Congress Stunner: Hillary Clinton Endorses Westchester's Latimer For Congress
Stunner: Hillary Clinton Endorses Westchester's Latimer For Congress In a stunning move, Westchester's Hillary Clinton has endorsed County Executive George Latimer for a hotly contested congressional seat. A former First Lady and Senator, Clinton, of Chappaqua, made the announcement on X on Wednesday, June 12. "With Trump on the ballot, we need strong, principled Democrats in Congress more than ever, Clinton wrote. "In Congress, @LatimerforNY will protect abortion rights, stand up to the NRA, and fight for President Biden’s agenda—just like he’s always done. Make a plan to vote by June 25th!" Latimer is facing off with current two-term Democrat R…
'High Risk, High Reward': Santos Staffer Impersonated Speaker's Aide To Fundraise, Feds Say 'High Risk, High Reward': Santos Staffer Impersonated Speaker's Aide To Fundraise, Feds Say
'High Risk, High Reward': Santos Staffer Impersonated Speaker's Aide To Fundraise, Feds Say A campaign staffer who worked to elect New York Rep. George Santos impersonated a high-level Congressional aide in order to raise money for the then-aspiring lawmaker, a scheme that Santos was well aware of, federal prosecutors allege. Samuel Miele, age 27, is charged with wire fraud and identity theft as part of a five-count indictment that was unsealed in federal court in Brooklyn on Wednesday, Aug. 16. Miele was a fundraiser for Santos’ congressional campaigns in both 2020 and 2022, according to the US Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District. Earlier Report: Trio Of Schemes T…
President Biden To Visit Westchester County, Report Says President Biden To Visit Westchester County, Report Says
President Biden To Visit Westchester County, Report Says Updated story: Biden's Visit To Cause Numerous, Lengthy Road Closures In Westchester President Joe Biden will soon visit Westchester County to support New York Gov. Kathy Hochul in her campaign, the Capitol Press Room reports.  The president will visit Yonkers in a Hochul campaign event scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 6 at 5 p.m., according to the Capitol Press Room.  The visit will come after similar appearances in New York by Vice President Kamala Harris and First Lady Jill Biden, the news outlet reports.  Biden also visited New York this year to support major economi…
Scarsdale GOP Businessman Harry Wilson Announces Run For NY Governor Scarsdale GOP Businessman Harry Wilson Announces Run For NY Governor
Scarsdale GOP Businessman Harry Wilson Announces Run For NY Governor A millionaire GOP businessman from the Hudson Valley has thrown his hat into the 2022 gubernatorial ring and announced that he will be challenging for incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul’s seat in Albany. Westchester resident Harry Wilson, age 50, of Scarsdale, announced on Tuesday, Feb. 22 that he plans to make a gubernatorial run “to turn around New York.” "I'm running for governor to turn around New York," he announced. "Our state is totally broken. Rising crime, sky-high taxes, closed schools, corrupt politicians. 
“I’ve spent my career turning around failing organizations. Let’s g…
Mount Vernon Mayor Admits To Misdemeanors In Campaign Funds Misuse Case, Agrees To Resign Mount Vernon Mayor Admits To Misdemeanors In Campaign Funds Misuse Case, Agrees To Resign
Mount Vernon Mayor Admits To Misdemeanors In Campaign Funds Misuse Case, Agrees To Resign Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas has admitted to a pair of misdemeanors for misappropriating campaign funds and has agreed to resign from his position. As part of a plea deal, Thomas pleaded guilty to fourth-degree attempted grand larceny and second-degree offering a false statement for filing on Monday, July 8. Thomas will resign as mayor on Monday, Sept. 30. Thomas admitted that he stole $12,900 from his campaign committee in 2015 and failed to report the receipt of $4,000 and falsely claimed that a $2,500 payment was a reimbursement. According to the criminal complaint, prior to Th…
Thanks, Obama: Ex-President Endorses Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate Thanks, Obama: Ex-President Endorses Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate
Thanks, Obama: Ex-President Endorses Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate A Congressional candidate in the Hudson Valley received an endorsement from former President Barack Obama on Wednesday. Rhinebeck resident Anthony Delgado, a Schenectady native challenging first-term Republican John Faso in the 19th District in November’s midterm elections, was among 81 Democrats who received the former Commander-in-Chief’s vote of approval this week. The 19th district - where Delgado is running - includes parts of Dutchess, Ulster, Greene, Columbia, Sullivan, Delaware, Schoharie, Otsego, Rensselaer, Montgomery and Broome counties. 
“Today I’m proud to endorse such a wide …
Ex-NY Times Editor Slams Coverage Of NYC Huge Congressional Primary Upset Ex-NY Times Editor Slams Coverage Of NYC Huge Congressional Primary Upset
Ex-NY Times Editor Slams Coverage Of NYC Huge Congressional Primary Upset Jill Abramson, the first female executive editor of The New York Times, blasted her former newspaper’s political coverage for missing campaign progress by Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez -- who pulled off a stunning victory in Tuesday's primary election. Ocasio-Cortez, 28,  easily defeated incumbent U.S. Rep. Joe Crowley, seated in Congress since 1999 and once seen as a likely successor to Democratic House leader Nancy Pelosi. Linking to the so-called "Gray Lady's" article asking “Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?” Abramson wrote that she was angered by the question. “Kind of pi…