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FOX 5 Politics Unusual with Morgan McKay

FOX 5 Politics Unusual with Morgan McKay

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 Think of Politics Unusual as your weekly debrief on the circus that is local and national politics. Host Morgan McKay skips the "politician-speak" to get the real story from the people making the rules. Whether you’re a policy nerd or just wondering why your taxes are doing that again, join us for a deep dive into the strange, the messy, and the definitely-not-usual world of politics.2026 FOX 5 NY Politik & Regierungen
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  • Unmasking ICE & The Tax Standoff

    Unmasking ICE & The Tax Standoff
    Feb 21 2026
    This week on Politics Unusual, State Assemblyman Tony Simone and Council Speaker Julie Menin join us to tackle New York’s most contentious legislative and fiscal battles. Assemblyman Simone breaks down his two major transparency bills: the RADAR Act, which tracks ICE activity via a state database, and the MELT Act, requiring federal agents to unmask during operations. We explore the legal viability of these mandates and the push for federal accountability. Plus, we talk money. Simone explains his refusal to support a property tax hike while doubling down on his fight to tax millionaires and corporationschallenging the Mayor’s current budget strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 Min.
  • The Gianaris Exit & The B-Heard Report

    The Gianaris Exit & The B-Heard Report
    Feb 14 2026
    In a week that has sent shockwaves through New York politics, Deputy Senate Majority Leader Mike Gianaris joins the show following the bombshell announcement that he will not seek re-election. We sit down with the Senator to discuss: The Next Chapter: Is he heading to City Hall? Gianaris addresses the rumors of a role in the Mamdani administration and offers his take on the Mayor’s performance so far. The Battle for District 12: With activist Aber Kawas vying for his seat, we discuss their recent meeting and the Senator’s reaction to her controversial unearthed comments regarding 9/11. Albany’s Budget Wars: From the fight to tax millionaires to the ambitious plan for free bus transit during the World Cup, Gianaris reflects on his legacy and the rising influence of democratic socialism within the party. In the second half, we pivot to a critical look at public safety with Cassandra Stuart, Lead Budget and Policy Analyst at the Independent Budget Office. As Mayor Mamdani proposes a new Department of Community Safety, Stuart breaks down her latest report on B-Heard—the city’s pilot program for non-police mental health response. We examine why the program only reaches 40% of precincts, why response times remain sluggish, and whether 911 is even the right place for these calls to begin with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 Min.
  • New York Unfiltered: Bruce Blakeman + Cutting the Red Tape

    New York Unfiltered: Bruce Blakeman + Cutting the Red Tape
    Feb 7 2026
    Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman joins the show to discuss the state of the GOP in New York. Plus, a deep dive into "The Housing Bottleneck." Open New York and the RPA join the conversation to discuss why streamlining environmental reviews for projects up to 500 units is a game-changer for the five boroughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 Min.
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