NYC NOW Evening Roundup: Gillibrand to Head Democrats’ Campaign Arm, Mayor Adams Prepares for State of the City, Stalled Bill Requiring Coops to Explain Rejections and NYC’s Cultural Calendar
Jan 6, 2025
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand takes the helm of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, gearing up for the 2026 elections. Mayor Eric Adams is preparing to unveil his State of the City address, signaling key updates for New Yorkers. A proposed city council bill may bring much-needed transparency to co-op board rejections, stirring up debate in the housing market. Meanwhile, New York's art scene is buzzing with exciting exhibitions, including a retrospective of Ruth Asawa at MoMA and a showcase of Christo and Jean-Claude's works at The Shed.
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Gillibrand to Lead DSCC
- Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will chair the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee for the 2026 cycle.
- She will focus on building infrastructure, recruiting candidates, and securing wins.
Adams' State of the City
- Mayor Eric Adams will deliver his State of the City address, focusing on affordable housing and public safety.
- This comes amid investigations into top NYPD officials and the mayor's campaign financing.
Stalled Co-op Bill
- A city council bill requiring co-op boards to explain applicant rejections has stalled despite having 29 sponsors.
- The bill aims to increase transparency and potentially reduce discrimination in the co-op application process.