Bruce Blakeman is in the news as a Nassau County executive pushing back on state energy/budget moves; the Republican attorney-politician, born 1955, has been Nassau’s county exec since 2021.
New York state and city leaders are at odds over proposed tax increases. Governor Hochul opposes hikes, while lawmakers and Mayor Mamdani push for higher taxes on the wealthy and corporations to fund public services and address budget gaps. The debate highlights ongoing tensions over fiscal policy and fairness.
Recent violent incidents in the US, including a college shooting in Virginia and a synagogue attack in Michigan, are connected to Middle East conflicts. Perpetrators had terrorist backgrounds or links, raising security concerns as regional tensions escalate. Today’s date: Mon, 23 Mar 2026.
Bruce Blakeman advocates for resuming fracking in New York to boost jobs and lower energy costs, opposing Governor Hochul's environmental restrictions. Meanwhile, the Biden administration faces political and industry pushback on clean energy policies amid broader debates on energy independence and climate strategies.
New York is delaying green energy projects and extending Diablo Canyon's operation to 2045 amid rising costs and energy demand. The state is reconsidering its 2019 Climate Act goals, with officials citing economic and reliability concerns. These developments reflect ongoing challenges in balancing climate ambitions with practical energy needs.
Unions representing Long Island Rail Road workers have not reached a new contract after days of talks. Negotiations are ongoing with the MTA and the National Mediation Board stepping in as commuters face disruptions and alternative travel options are being arranged by state authorities.
A coalition of states and the federal government are clashing over anti-ICE measures and undercover enforcement rules. New York’s budget package tightens cooperation with federal immigration authorities, while other states and the DOJ have filed lawsuits or threatened legal action to defend or contest these policies.
The president has attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals in New York, sitting in a private box with tight security as boos erupt when he is shown on the jumbotron. The Spurs have defeated the Knicks 115-111, cutting New York’s series lead to 2-1. Celebrities and political figures are in attendance, while security and a no-bag policy shape the event.