Politics

Previously Published in The Messenger By Matt Meduri Senator Mario Mattera (R-St. James), Ranking Member on the Energy and Telecommunications Committee, has long led the fight against what he calls “unrealistic” energy mandates from New […]

Congressman Nick LaLota (R-Rocky Point) introduced bipartisan legislation alongside Nicole Malliotakis (R-Staten Island) to expand a critical provision of the Working Families Tax Cut, eliminating federal taxes on overtime pay for all union workers. The […]

Jesse Garcia was re-elected chairman of the Suffolk County Republican Committee, marking the fifth time he has stood before the committee to be chosen as its leader. Garcia expressed deep gratitude to the dedicated committee […]

Previously Published in The Messenger By Matt Meduri The Smithtown Supervisor race is on for November. Incumbent Supervisor Ed Wehrheim (R-Kings Park) is running for a third term. In June, he won the Republican Primary […]

On October 10, Patrick Halpin, who is running as a candidate for the 2nd Congressional District, will be the guest speaker at LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action). This event will take place at the […]

By Hank Russell A local congressman recently introduced a bill that would prevent dangerous unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) from entering sensitive airspace without impeding on the public’s civil rights. Andrew Garbarino (R-Patchogue), chair of the […]

Previously Published in The Messenger By Matt Meduri All eyes are on the 2026 gubernatorial race in New York as Republicans are hoping to defy decades of drought to win the seat for the first […]

By Hank Russell A candidate for Hempstead Town Supervisor has filed a lawsuit against the Hempstead Town Board over the appointment of the new supervisor, which he said is a “sham” and “political theater.” Joseph […]

By Hank Russell Since it became law six years ago, cashless bail has resulted in criminals who were arrested for committing nonviolent or “low-level” crimes, such as shoplifting, misdemeanor assault and drug dealing. While its […]

By Hank Russell Citing her opponent’s relationship with the hospital’s former chief executive officer, District Attorney candidate Nicole Aloise called on incumbent DA Anne Donnelly to appoint an independent special prosecutor to look into Nassau […]