NYC NOW Morning Headlines: NY Attorney General James Challenges Albany Prosecutor’s Authority, Caribbean All Star Baseball Game Set for Citi Field, and NYCHA Backs New Electric Stove Pilot
Nov 14, 2025
WNYC reporter Jimmy Vielkin dives into the legal showdown over New York Attorney General Letitia James's claims that Albany’s interim U.S. Attorney lacks subpoena power. Meanwhile, his colleague Amanda Rozon shares exciting details about the upcoming Caribbean All-Star baseball game at Citi Field, spotlighting stars like Robinson Cano. The conversation wraps up with a report on NYCHA's innovative pilot program for 10,000 new induction stoves, set to revolutionize public housing kitchens with energy efficiency.
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Authority Of Interim U.S. Attorney Questioned
- Letitia James's lawyers argue the interim U.S. Attorney lacks proper authority to investigate her.
- The dispute centers on John Sarcone's interim appointment and subpoenas tied to a selective prosecution probe.
Subpoenas And Political Targeting Claim
- Federal prosecutors claim James unfairly targeted Donald Trump in a 2022 fraud case.
- A Manhattan federal judge is now considering whether subpoenas issued under Sarcone should stand.
Robinson Cano's Farewell At Citi Field
- Citi Field will host a Dominican vs. Puerto Rican Winter League All-Star game tomorrow.
- Robinson Cano will play for the Dominican All-Stars and players will honor him by wearing his No. 24 jersey.