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Tax Debate Heats Up as Hochul Prepares for Reelection

3/14/2026

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul faces pressure from the Legislature and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to raise taxes on the wealthy.
Mamdani argues a $5.4 billion budget deficit requires higher taxes for universal child care.
Hochul says the deficit is shrinking and higher taxes are not necessary.
Some affluent individuals, including lawyer Craig Kaplan, support tax increases to fund social programs.
The debate continues as Hochul prepares for reelection.

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul faces pressure from the Legislature and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to raise taxes on the wealthy.
Mamdani argues a $5.4 billion budget deficit requires higher taxes for universal child care.
Hochul says the deficit is shrinking and higher taxes are not necessary.
Some affluent individuals, including lawyer Craig Kaplan, support tax increases to fund social programs.
The debate continues as Hochul prepares for reelection.