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Democratic Strategy in New York Thwarted by GOP Actions

By Empire State Today | May 7, 2024

New York Republicans don’t control any statewide levers of government, yet they have compiled a pretty good record recently of keeping Democrats on the defensive in the courthouse. Now the magic bullet New York Democrats were hoping would gin up turnout this November is on the ropes, foiled again by Republicans who keep insisting that legal process and procedure matter.

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ICYMI: Joe Rogan, Tulsi Gabbard Laugh at AOC

By Empire State Today | May 4, 2024

Former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard and podcast host Joe Rogan recently found themselves in the spotlight for sharing a laugh at the expense of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC). In a podcast episode, the two chuckled at AOC’s views on illegal immigration and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.During their discussion, Gabbard and Rogan were captured on video as they chuckled at AOC’s assertion that illegal immigration to the US is primarily caused by climate change. The duo also found humor in what they deemed as AOC’s lack of understanding regarding...

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New York: Biologics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in New York in April

By Empire State Today | May 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six Biologics companies from New York in April.

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NYGOP Chair Criticizes Kathy Hochul for Fundraising Trip Amidst Anti-Semitic Violence

By Empire State Today | May 2, 2024

ALBANY – NYGOP Chair Ed Cox has criticized Kathy Hochul for her fundraising trip to Philadelphia while anti-Semitic violence continues to plague New York. Cox expressed his concerns, stating, “Anti-Semitic violence has erupted on college campuses around New York State and Kathy Hochul is AWOL in Philadelphia to raise money.”Cox further highlighted the lack of support for Jewish New Yorkers and those concerned about leftwing anti-Semitism from top New York Democrats, including Hochul. He remarked, “Jewish New Yorkers, and all those who care about the scourge of leftwing...

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Which type of New York companies were inspected the most by FDA in April?

By Empire State Today | May 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 17 inspections at 17 Food and Cosmetics companies from New York in April.

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New York experiences lower inflation rate than national average as of April 2024

By Empire State Today | May 1, 2024

As of April 2024, New York experienced a 17.5% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 19.9% increase.

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FDA conducted second lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in New York during 2023

By Empire State Today | Apr 26, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 23 inspections at 23 Veterinary companies from New York in 2023.

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New York: Tobacco companies were the least FDA inspected companies in New York in 2023

By Empire State Today | Apr 25, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Tobacco companies from New York in 2023.

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Report: New York ranked No. 11 for per-capita credit card fraud reports in 2023

By Empire State Today News Service | Apr 25, 2024

New York ranked No. 11 in the country for per-capita credit card fraud reports in 2023.

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Which type of New York companies were inspected the most by FDA in 2023?

By Empire State Today | Apr 24, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 303 inspections at 297 Food and Cosmetics companies from New York in 2023.

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New York: Drugs companies were the third least FDA inspected companies in New York in 2023

By Empire State Today | Apr 23, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 43 inspections at 43 Drugs companies from New York in 2023.

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NY Post: Elise Stefanik and NY House GOP Lawmakers Call for Columbia President's Resignation

By Empire State Today | Apr 22, 2024

"House Republican conference chairwoman Elise Stefanik and every New York GOP House lawmaker, in a letter exclusively obtained by The New York Post, demanded the immediate resignation of Columbia president Minouche Shafik. The call for resignation comes in light of the university's failure to address "a large unauthorized antisemitic riot" on campus.Stefanik and the nine other Republican representatives from New York expressed their stance in the letter, stating, "It is time for Columbia University to turn the page on this shameful chapter. This can only be done through...

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New York: Device companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in New York in 2023

By Empire State Today | Apr 22, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 56 inspections at 56 device companies from New York in 2023.

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FDA conducted third highest number of inspections on Biologics companies in New York during 2023

By Empire State Today | Apr 21, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 45 inspections at 45 Biologics companies from New York in 2023.

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Long Island doctor: ‘Sinus patients often endure a significant amount of suffering’

By Empire State Today | Apr 16, 2024

While the initial symptoms of sinusitis may seem mild, they can severely diminish one's quality of life if left untreated. According to Dr. Joseph Capo of Capo Nose and Sinus Center, seeing a patient get better after treatment is the most satisfying part of his job.

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Zeldin in NY Post: Instead of fighting crime, Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg launches a Trump show trial

By Empire State Today | Apr 16, 2024

Lee Zeldin, in a recent opinion piece in The New York Post, highlighted the deteriorating state of New York City, attributing it to what he described as failed far-left policies. Zeldin expressed, "Americans from all walks of life agree upon one hard truth: New York City isn’t what it used to be." He further emphasized, "It’s become the epitome of failed far-left policies pushing residents to flee every day."Zeldin pointed out specific instances of crime and violence plaguing the city, stating, "In Times Square, two NYPD officers were beaten by a group of criminal aliens...

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Number of VA loans issued in New York state decreased by 19.4% from Q1 2023 to Q1 2024

By Empire State Today | Apr 15, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,170 home loans totaling $375.2 million in New York during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA Purchase Loans in New York average $324,010 for Q1

By Empire State Today | Apr 15, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for New York in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $324,010, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New York state average $462,770 for Q1

By Empire State Today | Apr 15, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New York for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $462,770, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Cox: Hochul’s housing policies doomed to failure

By Empire State Today | Apr 15, 2024

ALBANY – NYGOP Chair Ed Cox has criticized Governor Hochul and legislative Democrats for their housing policies. Cox stated, “Governor Hochul and legislative Democrats continue to ignore reality regarding housing. Their policies will continue to mean fewer housing choices, less investment in new housing, and a continued deterioration of existing housing stock.”Cox further commented on the proposed 'good cause eviction' policy, labeling it a "socialist scheme" that would exacerbate the housing situation. He expressed concern that the Democrats aim to extend the failed...