Long Island Republican Bruce Blakeman is running for New York governor

Bruce Blakeman, the Nassau County Executive and a Republican known for his support of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), has announced his candidacy for the New York governor's race. This sets the stage for a competitive primary against fellow Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik, who is also vying for the position.

A New York judge has ordered the release of materials from Ghislaine Maxwell's sex trafficking case, allowing public access to previously sealed documents. This decision is part of ongoing legal efforts to enhance transparency in high-profile cases involving sexual misconduct and trafficking.

A federal judge in New York has ordered the release of grand jury records related to Ghislaine Maxwell's investigation, following a request from the Justice Department. This decision is part of ongoing efforts to enhance transparency in high-profile legal cases.

Bruce Blakeman has officially announced his candidacy for the New York governor's race, positioning himself against fellow Republican Elise Stefanik in what is expected to be a competitive GOP primary. Both candidates have received praise from former President Donald Trump, indicating their alignment with key party figures.

The Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that upheld New York's stringent school vaccine mandates, which did not permit religious exemptions. The Court has instructed judges to reassess the case with a focus on parental rights, potentially impacting the legal landscape surrounding vaccine mandates in schools.