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With just over a week remaining before Election Day, New York City\u2019s mayoral race has tightened significantly.<\/p>\n
A new Quinnipiac University poll shows Democratic Socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani\u2019s lead over former Governor Andrew Cuomo has narrowed from 20 points in September to 10 points.<\/p>\n
According to the survey, Mamdani has the support of 44% of likely voters, while Cuomo, running as an independent, has 34%. Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa follows with 11%, and 7% of voters remain undecided.<\/p>\n
The results suggest momentum has shifted in the final days of the campaign, with Cuomo\u2019s recent endorsements and increased visibility contributing to a closer contest in one of the most closely watched local elections in the country.<\/p>\n
Cuomo, who resigned as governor in 2021 following multiple scandals, has mounted an unexpected political comeback. Long dismissed as a figure of New York\u2019s old Democratic establishment, he has sought to reposition himself as an independent candidate focused on stability and pragmatism.<\/p>\n
House Speaker Mike Johnson revealed on Tuesday that Democrats are demanding billions in wasteful and ideological spending, including $3.9 million for LGBTQI+ democracy grants in the Western Balkans, as part of their conditions to reopen the government.<\/p>\n
Speaking on the 14th day of what he called the Democrat government shutdown, Johnson said the American people are suffering because Democrats have chosen politics over responsibility.<\/p>\n
\u201cWelcome to day 14 of the Democrat government shutdown,\u201d Johnson said during his press briefing. \u201cIt\u2019s two weeks of Democrats in Congress inflicting untold pain on the American people for nothing other than pure politics.\u201d<\/p>\n
Johnson explained that House Republicans had already offered a clean continuing resolution to keep the government funded, but Democrats repeatedly rejected it.<\/p>\n
Instead, he said, Democrats are tying unrelated left-wing priorities to essential government operations in an attempt to strong-arm Republicans into approving radical spending measures.<\/p>\n
He accused Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of catering to what he described as the party\u2019s \u201cMarxist base.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Speaker laid out details from the Democrats\u2019 counterproposal, calling it a $1.5 trillion wish list of reckless spending that would send taxpayer money to liberal causes and foreign projects that have nothing to do with running the U.S. government.<\/p>\n
Among the examples he cited were $24.6 million for climate resilience programs in Honduras.<\/p>\n
Another $13.4 million would go to civic engagement programs in Zimbabwe.<\/p>\n
An additional $2.9 million is earmarked for desert locust risk reduction in the Horn of Africa.<\/p>\n
The Democrats\u2019 plan also calls for $2 million to fund \u201corganizing for feminist democratic principles\u201d in Africa, according to Johnson.<\/p>\n
Johnson highlighted the $3.9 million in LGBTQI+ democracy grants for the Western Balkans as an example of Democrats\u2019 misplaced priorities.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey want to spend 3.9 million of your hard-earned dollars for LGBTQI+ democracy grants in the Western Balkans,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cWe are not doing that.\u201d<\/p>\n
He argued that Democrats are also trying to undo common-sense reforms enacted by Republicans that prevent illegal immigrants from accessing taxpayer-funded healthcare.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a fact,\u201d he said. \u201cThey would add illegal aliens and non-citizens back to taxpayer-funded benefits. It would cost taxpayers nearly $200 billion.\u201d<\/p>\n
Johnson further warned that Democrats want to roll back modest work requirements placed on able-bodied young men without dependents.<\/p>\n
At the same time, Democrats are pushing to make COVID-era Obamacare subsidies permanent, with no income limits or meaningful reforms.<\/p>\n
Johnson said this approach would not only punish working Americans but also reward dependency and mismanagement.<\/p>\n
The Speaker accused Democrats of prioritizing ideological projects over the immediate needs of the American people.<\/p>\n
He said their proposal exposes how out of touch the party has become, highlighting spending for causes abroad while Americans face uncertainty at home.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is not about keeping the lights on,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cThis is about Democrats trying to use the shutdown as leverage to fund their far-left agenda.\u201d<\/p>\n
Johnson reminded reporters that Republicans have already passed legislation to reopen the government responsibly, without any of the unrelated political riders Democrats insist on including.<\/p>\n
The Republican plan, he said, would maintain government operations, protect taxpayers, and prevent wasteful spending abroad.<\/p>\n
Johnson also pointed out that the Democrats\u2019 proposal would restore funding to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, sending a half-billion dollars to what he described as liberal media outlets that have long benefited from taxpayer subsidies.<\/p>\n
He described it as another example of Democrats using government funding to reward their political allies rather than serving the public good.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese are not the priorities of the American people,\u201d Johnson said firmly. \u201cThey are the priorities of a radical political class that has forgotten who they work for.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Speaker ended his remarks by calling on Democrats to stop the political games and join Republicans in reopening the government immediately.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have a clean bill ready to go,\u201d he said. \u201cIt keeps the government open, pays our troops, secures the border, and protects hardworking taxpayers. Democrats need to stop holding America hostage.\u201d<\/p>\n
Johnson\u2019s comments reflect growing frustration among House Republicans who say Democrats are using the shutdown to push through spending on social experiments, foreign projects, and activist groups under the guise of government funding.<\/p>\n
He warned that such spending will only deepen America\u2019s fiscal crisis and fuel public anger toward Washington\u2019s political class.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a moment for leadership,\u201d Johnson concluded. \u201cIt\u2019s time to put the American people first and end this shutdown\u2014not by giving in to woke demands, but by standing firm for fiscal sanity and common sense.\u201d<\/p>\n
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino has confirmed that the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk is being treated as an ideologically motivated attack, with investigators probing whether the alleged assassin acted alone or as part of a broader network.<\/p>\n
Speaking on Fox News\u2019 \u201cAmerica\u2019s Newsroom,\u201d Bongino stated, \u201cIf this was a larger effort, if there was any aiding and abetting\u2026 we\u2019re looking into that.\u201d<\/p>\n
He emphasized that the FBI is committed to leaving \u201cno stone unturned\u201d in its investigation, underscoring the seriousness with which the agency is approaching the case.<\/p>\n
Bongino revealed that the suspect had been \u201ctaken over\u201d by leftist ideology leading up to the shooting, indicating a potential radicalization process.<\/p>\n
The Deputy Director noted that the suspect had become increasingly withdrawn and politically active before the attack, raising concerns about the influence of extremist ideologies.<\/p>\n
Investigators are examining the suspect\u2019s online activity and affiliations with left-wing groups to determine if there were any coordinated efforts behind the assassination.<\/p>\n
Bongino confirmed that the FBI is reviewing video footage showing the gunman leaping from a rooftop after the fatal shot, which has been critical in advancing the investigation.<\/p>\n
He highlighted that the forensic evidence gathered from the scene has provided significant leads, aiding in the identification and apprehension of the suspect.<\/p>\n
The Deputy Director stated that the FBI is also looking into any financial transactions or communications that may indicate support or planning from external sources.<\/p>\n
Bongino condemned the act as an attack on free speech and political discourse, emphasizing the importance of protecting conservative voices in the public sphere.<\/p>\n
He called for unity among Americans in denouncing political violence, regardless of ideological affiliation, to preserve the integrity of democratic institutions.<\/p>\n
The Deputy Director acknowledged the emotional impact of the assassination on the conservative community but urged restraint and due process in the ongoing investigation.<\/p>\n
Bongino reiterated the FBI\u2019s commitment to transparency and accountability, assuring the public that all leads are being thoroughly investigated.<\/p>\n
He expressed confidence that the agency would uncover the full scope of the plot and bring those responsible to justice.<\/p>\n
The Deputy Director noted that the investigation is ongoing and that further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.<\/p>\n
Bongino emphasized the need for vigilance and awareness among the public to prevent similar incidents in the future.<\/p>\n
He urged individuals to report any suspicious activity or information that could aid in the investigation.<\/p>\n
The Deputy Director highlighted the role of community cooperation in combating extremism and ensuring public safety.<\/p>\n
Bongino acknowledged the challenges posed by online radicalization but reaffirmed the FBI\u2019s dedication to addressing these threats.<\/p>\n
He called for a balanced approach that respects civil liberties while effectively countering extremist ideologies.<\/p>\n
The Deputy Director commended the efforts of law enforcement agencies at all levels in responding to the assassination and supporting the investigation.<\/p>\n
Bongino expressed gratitude for the assistance of federal, state, and local partners in gathering intelligence and resources.<\/p>\n
He noted that the collaboration between agencies has been instrumental in advancing the investigation and ensuring a comprehensive response.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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