Emma Graves Fitzsimmons

New York

City Hall Bureau Chief at The New York Times

City Hall Bureau Chief for @nytimes. Texan, subway enthusiast & mom of two boys. [email protected]

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Articles

A Political Shock in New York, and Democrats Demand Details on Iran Strike

2 days ago | nytimes.com | Will Jarvis |Ian Stewart |Jessica Metzger |Emma Graves Fitzsimmons

Plus, the 100 best films of the 21st century. More episodes ofThe HeadlinesJune 25, 2025, 6:00 a.m. ETWill Jarvis and Ian Stewart and ‘We Have Won,’ Mamdani Says, as Cuomo Concedes N.Y.C. Mayoral Primary, by Nicholas FandosStrike Set Back Iran’s Nuclear Program by Only a Few Months, U.S. Report Says, by Julian E.
N.Y.C. Mayoral Primary May Hinge on Early Voters as Heat Wave Looms

1 week ago | nytimes.com | Nicholas Fandos |Dana Rubinstein |Emma Graves Fitzsimmons |Alex Lemonides

Tens of millions of dollars in campaign ads have cluttered the city’s stoops and televisions. Candidates sparred face-to-face in two televised debates. And the last of the big-name endorsements have trickled in. Now, with just days left, the critical Democratic primary for mayor of New York City has shifted into an urgent final footrace to push every last supporter in the five boroughs to the polls.
We Asked. The Top Candidates for Mayor of New York City Answered.

1 week ago | nytimes.com | Emma Graves Fitzsimmons |Tony Cenicola

Listen to this article · 0:42 min Learn moreJune 20, 2025, 12:14 p.m. ETJune 20, 2025The Democrats running for mayor of New York City have vastly different biographies and visions for the city’s future. Ahead of the primary election on Tuesday, we interviewed eight of the leading candidates about their experience, their plans for the city and their sometimes contentious bagel orders.
Mamdani’s Face Was Altered in a Rejected Campaign Flier for Cuomo

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Emma Graves Fitzsimmons |Dana Rubinstein

You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. A proposed flier from a super PAC supporting Andrew Cuomo’s mayoral bid featured an image of Zohran Mamdani with a thicker beard. Mr. Mamdani called the manipulation Islamophobic. Listen to this article · 6:54 min Learn moreFormer Gov. Andrew Cuomo, left, and Zohran Mamdani, right, have emerged as the front-runners in the Democratic primary for mayor.
Where the Top N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Stand on Key Issues

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Emma Graves Fitzsimmons |Karen Hanley |James Surdam
New Yorkers Can't Remove Mayors for Misconduct. That Could Change Soon.

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Emma Graves Fitzsimmons

After Mayor Eric Adams of New York City was indicted last year on federal corruption charges, he faced steady calls for his resignation or removal. He did not resign. And Gov. Kathy Hochul, the only person in New York empowered to force a mayor to leave office, declined to begin removal proceedings. Now a group of city officials want to create another legal option to kick a mayor out of office.
10 Questions With Whitney Tilson

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Emma Graves Fitzsimmons |Jeffery C. Mays

Whitney Tilson, a former hedge fund executive who is running for mayor of New York City, visited The New York Times for an interview. Credit... Tony Cenicola/The New York Times Whitney Tilson, a former hedge fund executive who is running for mayor of New York City, visited The New York Times for an interview. Credit...
5 Takeaways From the First N.Y.C. Mayoral Debate

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Emma Graves Fitzsimmons |Maya King

Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, the front-runner in the New York City mayor's race, faced a barrage of attacks from his Democratic rivals. In the first debate of the New York City mayoral primary, the front-runner, former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, was expected to be the focal point of attack for the other eight Democratic candidates onstage Wednesday night. It did not take long for that expectation to be realized.
Zohran Mamdani Has Momentum. Will He Build on it at the Debate?

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Emma Graves Fitzsimmons

Six months ago, many New Yorkers did not know Zohran Mamdani's name. Now he's in second place in the mayor's race. Mr. Mamdani, a progressive state assemblyman from Queens, has surprised the political world with his strong fund-raising numbers, populist proposals and videos that have gone viral on social media. He has centered his campaign on a pledge to make the city more affordable.
10 Questions With Adrienne Adams

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Emma Graves Fitzsimmons |Jeffery C. Mays

Adrienne Adams, the New York City Council speaker who is running for mayor, visited The New York Times for an interview. Credit... Tony Cenicola/The New York Times Adrienne Adams, the New York City Council speaker who is running for mayor, visited The New York Times for an interview. Credit...