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Trump, Mamdani, Elmo and the NBA finals

A president, a mayor and a muppet have little in common — except New York's growing NBA Finals obsession

Salon

NYPD says Knicks NBA finals watch party outside MSG cancelled due to Trump’s attendance

The New York Knicks are warning fans to bring as little as possible to Monday night’s Game 3 of the NBA finals, which Donald Trump plans to attend

The Guardian - US

The House's top Hispanic Democrat is in an "existential" fight for his political life

Espaillat is soliciting donations from colleagues, with one telling Axios he had "never asked me for money" before.

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As the Knicks chase history, Trump looks set to steal the spotlight

Donald Trump plans to be back at Madison Square Garden in New York to watch Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs

The Independent UK

‘Let’s go with the heart’: Zohran Mamdani thinks this African team will win the World Cup

The New York City mayor sat down with the Guardian and, using the World Cup Bracketology game, made a historic prediction for this summer

The Guardian - US

Mamdani’s consumer watchdog takes on ‘epidemic of corporate lawbreaking’

New York City’s new commissioner of consumer and worker protection is launching an “aggressive” campaign to fight junk fees and deceptive practices

The Guardian - US

Adam Silver ‘thrilled’ Trump will attend NBA finals at Madison Square Garden

Donald Trump says he plans to attend at least one NBA finals game at Madison Square Garden next week after being invited by Knicks owner James Dolan

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‘I’m Already Coming for His Spot’: A$AP Rocky Threatens to Destroy NYC Mayor in a Clash No One Saw Coming

The whole thing started at the Met Gala, when Rocky was asked if he’d ever battle Mamdani.

The Mary Sue

NYPD allows MSG watch party for Knicks fans in surprise about-face hours before tip-off

The New York Knicks will return to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, facing the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals series on Wednesday night. Tip-off is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. In an unlikely about-face, the New York Police Department has…

The Independent UK

Eight Democrats compete in New York's 13th District primary as incumbent faces first challenge since 2022

Incumbent Adriano Espaillat (D), Darializa Avila Chevalier (D), and six other candidates are running in the Democratic primary for New York's 13th Congressional District. As of May 2026, Espaillat and Chevalier led in endorsements, fundraising, and local media attention.

Ballotpedia

Iowa Shock

Plus: Mamdani's 2-K plans, bed bugs at the USDA, and more...

Reason

Mayor Mamdani Is Allegedly Still Trying To Get On SNL, But Will It Ever Happen?

Let's talk out his chances.

Cinemablend

New York 'POWER' Utility Rebates Are Coming: Who Gets a Check?

Rebate checks offer quick relief, but New York budget shifts on childcare, tipped wages, and housing taxes could dictate your true cost of living in 2026.

Kiplinger

Democrats who marched in New York’s Israel Day parade decry attendance of far-right minister Smotrich

Politicians’ statements reflect difficulty facing pro-Israel Democrats as voter support for country falls

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Mamdani repeals kids’ bedtimes during New York Knicks’ NBA finals quest: ‘This was not a difficult decision’

Zohran Mamdani’s quest to corner the youth vote has continued with the news that he has repealed bedtime for the city’s children during the NBA finals

Reason

Why Socialism Won't Deliver Government Efficiency

Plus: the Democratic Party's candidate problem, property tax breaks for seniors, and the UFC on the White House lawn

The Guardian - US

Democrats split on Israel parade as Mamdani keeps promise to skip event

New York mayor refused to attend as other Democrats drew rebukes for marching with Israel’s far-right finance minister

The Independent UK

Mamdani signs executive order ‘repealing bedtimes’ for duration of Knicks NBA Finals run

Zohran Mamdani has signed an executive order repealing New York City children’s bedtimes for the duration of the Knicks NBA Finals run.

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The Independent UK

Zohran Mamdani sparks fury after missing New York Israel parade

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Mamdani sparks fury among Jewish New Yorkers after snubbing city’s Israel parade: ‘Slap in the face’

The Israel Day parade, though known by various names over the years, has historically been a mandatory event for mayors, governors, and other political figures

The Times of India

Zohran Mamdani skips Israel Day parade, breaking decades-old New York tradition

The absence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at the annual Israel Day parade has sparked intense debate among residents. This decision comes on the heels of his administration releasing a video honoring the Nakba, stirring emotions on both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian issue.

AAP

New York Mayor Mamdani skips annual Israel Day Parade

New York's pro-Palestinian Mayor Zohran Mamdani has sparked controversy by skipping the city's annual Israel Day Parade.

International Business Times UK

'Shoot the Place Up': Loomer Targets Mamdani as NYPD Deploys Record Force for Israel Parade

The Israel Day Parade in NYC faces unprecedented security due to political tensions, with Mayor Mamdani absent for the first time in decades, sparking controversy and heightened safety measures.

The Times of India

‘Purely politics’: Row over Zohran Mamdani’s new communications office costing $5 million

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani’s new communications office is facing backlash after budget documents revealed it could cost taxpayers more than $5.2 million in salaries. Critics are calling the spending “morally incomprehensible”.

The Economic Times

Israel day parade: Zohran Mamdani misses annual parade. Here's shocking reason

Mayors in New York City, which has America’s largest Jewish population, have long been visible supporters of Israel, often visiting the country.

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