
Samantha Maldonado
Senior reporter for THE CITY covering climate, energy, housing and development who is contributing reporting and analysis on the New York City mayoral race and competitive down-ballot contests.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 32min
Early NYC Voting Preview
Samantha Maldonado, a senior reporter for THE CITY, dives into the NYC mayoral race and the complexities surrounding it. She analyzes the implications of Eric Adams’s surprise endorsement of Cuomo and Mamdani's unique approach to tackling Islamophobia. The conversation also highlights critical down-ballot races voters should watch during early voting. With concerns about public safety and policy tensions between candidates, Samantha offers insightful takes on the evolving political landscape.

Feb 13, 2024 • 25min
Episode 331: Hazard NYC: Newtown Creek
THE CITY's senior reporter Samantha Maldonado and journalist Jordan Gass-Pooré discuss the pollution threats and clean-up efforts at Newtown Creek, one of the country's most polluted waterways. They explore the impact of climate change on the contamination, community activism, and the emotional toll of witnessing severe pollution.


