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Good Morning, New York! Major beef is growing between upstate and NYC lawmakers over a new bill which would cap the number of cows on small farms, the NYCCFP sent out mailers marking Eric Adams as a Democrat despite him not running in the primary, and a new poll shows Zohran surging and behind Cuomo by only 8 points. This is your Tammany Times AM Briefing for Thursday, May 29th, 2025.

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Hall Monitors

— The NYC Campaign Finance Board sent out 3.5 million voter guides listing Mayor Eric Adams as a Democratic primary candidate, even though he's running as an independent. The board is scrambling to send corrected mailers, but Adams' campaign is also upset that the guide incorrectly implies he's receiving matching funds, which he's actually suing the board over. (Politico)

— Caesars Palace Times Square is getting some major backup. The Town Hall and Sony Hall, two historic Times Square venues, have officially endorsed the bid to bring a state-of-the-art gaming and entertainment destination to 1515 Broadway. Both venues believe the project will boost the entertainment industry and drive more customers to the area. (Business Wire)

— The MTA board greenlit a massive $65 billion plan aimed at overhauling the city's ailing subways and buses. While the plan relies on funding from the state, the city, and the feds, there are still some question marks surrounding $3 billion, which MTA officials hope to secure through cost-cutting and real estate sales. (Gothamist)

Capitol Gains

— A bill limiting farm sizes in New York is stirring up beef between NYC lawmakers and upstate officials. The proposed legislation would restrict new Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) permits, effectively capping farms at 700 cows. Jefferson County Agricultural Coordinator Jay Matteson is furious, arguing the bill is based on ignorance and could hurt family-run dairy operations. (WWNY TV)

— New York concertgoers, brace yourselves: State Sen. James Skoufis is on a mission to overhaul the ticketing industry. Skoufis wants to ban resale above face value (if the artist chooses that option) and cap ticket fees at 25%, aiming to stop "predatory" practices. But groups who oppose the bill claim that while they support initiatives to target bots and require disclosure on holdbacks, the bill will crush competition and ultimately hurt consumers, leaving Ticketmaster with even more control. (State of Politics)

— Letitia James might be in trouble as she heads into the 2026 election. New York is trending more conservative, and James's approval ratings aren't great, especially outside of NYC. Adding to her woes, a potential mayoral run by Andrew Cuomo could undermine her campaign, and a mortgage fraud scandal is being investigated by the FBI. (City Journal)

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Trail Mix

— Public Advocate Jumaane Williams just endorsed Zohran Mamdani for mayor, praising his focus on affordability and connecting with New Yorkers. This endorsement highlights the shared progressive values and political backgrounds of Williams and Mamdani, both affiliated with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA). (Tammany Times)

— Citizens Union just dropped its endorsements for the upcoming Democratic primary elections, backing candidates in 12 City Council races plus the Manhattan Borough President contest. Keith Powers snagged the top spot for Borough President, with Brad Hoylman-Sigal right behind him. The good government group considered a range of factors from ethical integrity to campaign effectiveness in making their picks. (Tammany Times)

— Andrew Cuomo's lead in the NYC mayoral race is shrinking as Zohran Mamdani surges, according to a new Emerson Poll. While Cuomo leads 54% to 46% in the final ballot, Mamdani has gained significant ground in the first round and is winning over second-choice voters. With four weeks until the election, it is unclear whether Cuomo can maintain his lead or withstand Mamdani's momentum. (Tammany Times)