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Washington Post
5 days ago
- General
- Washington Post
New York won't rescind Native American mascot ban, despite Trump's threat of cutting federal funds
NEW YORK — New York education officials won't rescind the state's ban on Native American mascots and team names, despite threats from the Trump administration that it risks losing federal funding. Instead, New York officials suggested in a letter to the U.S. Department of Education on Thursday that they could broaden the state ban to include names and mascots derived from other racial or ethnic groups that the department deems offensive.
Bloomberg
22-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Hochul Digs In on Toll, Risking Federal Funds for NYC Projects
Transportation projects in Manhattan may be at risk of losing federal approval or funds after New York Governor Kathy Hochul rejected US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy's demand to end congestion pricing or face potential consequences. Duffy may begin withholding authorizations and federal money as soon as May 28. Last month he gave New York officials until May 21 to stop charging motorists a fee to drive into parts of Manhattan or explain how the program is legal.
