Hochul Raised Big Bucks From Real Estate Moguls Before Housing Deal
A Sludge analysis found that New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has received at least $1.5 million from real estate industry donors since the start of 2023.
A Sludge analysis found that New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has received at least $1.5 million from real estate industry donors since the start of 2023.
A limitless "housekeeping" account is being used to rake in donations this year from casino developers, DoorDash, and healthcare groups that are lobbying the state.
Politicians will still have too much control over the ethics commissioners, the groups say, as part of a state budget deal negotiated behind closed doors.