Mamdani delivering ‘symbolic’ speech for America’s 250th birthday hours ahead of Trump

Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a presidential-style speech Friday for America’s 250th birthday in what City Hall billed as a “major address” — just hours before President Trump delivers his own remarks.  Follow live updates on Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s socialist agenda and the latest in NYC politics Hizzoner will reflect on “New York City’s role in our national history” and its “position as the nation’s symbolic gateway,” City Hall officials said in a press release, noting Mamdani will speak from a desk once owned by George Washington. “This desk is older than the Resolute Desk,” the mayor’s office said, referring…

Democrats must shake off unpatriotic label, Tom Suozzi says

Democrats have a public relations crisis on their hands that they need to “change” now – the perception that they’re unpatriotic, Rep. Tom Suozzi declared in a new op-ed. “I love America. Unfortunately, as we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday, too many Americans associate those three words only with Republicans,”…

Jaylen Brown comforts crying 6-year-old superfan after trade to 76ers

Jaylen Brown isn’t a Celtic anymore, but he’s still leaving his mark on the team’s fandom.  Hours after Brown was traded to the 76ers on Wednesday, the longtime Celtics guard comforted a young fan who was devastated about the trade news.  Brown replied to the video of a 6-year-old boy…

Exclusive | Gavin Newsom appointee wore FBI wire in corruption probe

The FBI had a mole inside Gov. Gavin Newsom’s political orbit before the agency’s corruption probe expanded into the governor and his wife, The Post has learned. Democrat insider Alexis Podesta, 45, secretly recorded conversations during the criminal probe into Newsom’s then-chief of staff, Dana Williamson, 53, who pleaded guilty…

Trump creates retirement accounts for those without 401(k)s

President Trump has signed an executive order to create retirement accounts for workers who don’t currently have access to a 401(k) or another workplace plan. “I promised to make the same types of retirement accounts enjoyed by federal employees available to all Americans, and that’s what we’re doing. It only…

Knicks vs. Hawks Game 6 prediction: NBA playoffs picks, odds, best bets Thursday

Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. What a difference a week makes. Seven days ago, after back-to-back nail-biting losses, every flaw of this Knicks team was being questioned. Every move was scrutinized,…

New odds show shocking movement in LA mayor’s race — as Karen Bass tanks

Spencer Pratt’s odds beating incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in the upcoming election have surged, according to a popular prediction platform. As of Thursday morning, Kalshi had Pratt’s odds of winning at 25% compared to Bass’ 18%, marking a nearly 10% surge for the independent since April 24. Democratic…

Fed’s preferred inflation gauge hits 3-year high as gas prices spiked on Iran war

US inflation accelerated in March as the Iran war raised gasoline prices, bolstering financial market expectations that the Federal Reserve could keep interest rates unchanged well into next year. The personal consumption expenditures price index jumped 0.7% last month, the largest gain since June 2022, after an unrevised 0.4% rise in February, the Commerce Department’s Bureau…

I was a pro soccer player — an unusual trick helped me run better

Run, Sébastien, run!  During his Major League Soccer career, Sébastien Le Toux built his reputation on relentless endurance, routinely covering more ground than younger teammates and opponents. “I was not strong, I’m pretty skinny, and I don’t really like physical contact, but running was something that I could do for…

Dodgers Post podcast: How the Dodgers can fix their offensive problems

On this episode of The Dodgers Post, Jack Harris and Dylan Hernández break down the Dodgers’ surprising series loss to the Marlins, and the recent struggles from their star-studded offense. They discuss the slow starts the team’s top hitters have gotten off to, and whether it’s cause for concern despite…

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