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Historic 15,000 Nurses Strike for Better Pay and Safety

1/12/2026

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Nearly 15,000 nurses from the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) began a strike on January 12, 2026, the largest in New York City history.
They seek salary increases, safer workplaces, and protections against understaffing.
Hospitals including Mount Sinai, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian call the demands excessive and could cost billions.
Nancy Hagans, NYSNA president, criticized management for failing to negotiate.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed support for the nurses.

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Story summary

Nearly 15,000 nurses from the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) began a strike on January 12, 2026, the largest in New York City history.
They seek salary increases, safer workplaces, and protections against understaffing.
Hospitals including Mount Sinai, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian call the demands excessive and could cost billions.
Nancy Hagans, NYSNA president, criticized management for failing to negotiate.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed support for the nurses.