Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law on Tuesday morning that will create a commission to consider reparations for slavery in New York State. The bill signing ceremony was attended by several state representatives, including Assemblyman Charles Barron, who sponsored the bill. Barron said the commission is a "step in the right direction" and that he hopes it will lead to more meaningful reparations for African-Americans. The legislation follows similar task forces in California and Illinois, and is part of a larger effort by states and towns throughout the United States to reckon with the country’s dark past.
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Donald Trump's lawyers have filed a motion for a mistrial in a $250 million civil fraud case in New York, citing bias from the presiding judge and his law clerk. Ty Cobb, a former Trump White House attorney, has warned that Trump's attacks on those overseeing his legal cases could lead to sanctions and jail time. The motion is currently being considered by Judge Engoron, who is overseeing the case.
New York State Attorney General Letitia James has announced that Uber and Lyft have agreed to pay a combined $328 million to settle allegations of wage theft and failure to provide mandatory paid sick leave. This settlement will benefit over 100,000 drivers in New York, guaranteeing them a minimum of $26 an hour in wages and mandatory sick leave. The Attorney General's office is committed to protecting workers' rights and ensuring that companies are held accountable for their actions.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that a person of interest has been taken into custody following antisemitic threats made at Cornell University. The Anti-Defamation League reported a nearly 400% increase in reported incidents of antisemitism since the start of the conflict in the Middle East. In response, Gov. Hochul has taken steps to combat antisemitism on college campuses in New York, including increased security measures, increased training for faculty and staff, and the creation of a task force.
New York State prosecutors have filed a lawsuit against crypto exchange operator Gemini and DCG's Genesis Global Capital unit, alleging that they defrauded more than 230,000 investors out of a collective $1.1 billion. The lawsuit claims that Gemini and Genesis Global Capital failed to disclose financial risks to those investing in a crypto-lending program and also failed to reveal that nearly 60% of its third-party loans were to Bankman-Fried's crypto trading firm. The Attorney General's Office is seeking restitution and damages for the investors who were allegedly defrauded.
9-year-old Charlotte Sena has been found safe after going missing from a New York state park on Saturday, and an alleged abductor has been taken into custody. After an extensive search by multiple agencies, Charlotte was found alive and hiding in a cupboard in a trailer. Her family has expressed their relief and thanked the community for their support during the search. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Nine-year-old Charlotte Sena has been found safe and a suspect is in custody after she went missing from Moreau Lake State Park over the weekend. The Sena family is relieved to have Charlotte back safe and sound, and the New York State Police are asking for the public's continued support as they investigate the case. The search for Charlotte has ended with a happy outcome.
New York State Police issued an Amber Alert on Sunday morning for a 9-year-old girl who was abducted Saturday night while camping with her family at Moreau Lake State Park. Governor Kathy Hochul expressed her shock and concern, and police believe Charlotte Sena is in imminent danger of serious harm. Anyone with any information should call the New York State Police or dial 911.