Kelly Mena

New York

Political Reporter at Spectrum News NY1

Political Reporter @NY1| Previously @CNNPolitics. Send tips to [email protected]

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Adams administration defends decision to bring ICE back onto Rikers Island

1 week ago | ny1.com | Kelly Mena

The Adams administration doubled down on their plans to bring the U.S.. Immigration and Customs Enforcement back onto Rikers Island after 10 years on Thursday. “This is all about public safety and protecting New Yorkers from these violent gangs," Randy Mastro, the city’s new first deputy mayor, said.
Mayor Adams, Tom Homan meeting focuses on immigrants who commit violent crimes

Dec 12, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Kelly Mena

Mayor Eric Adams met with President-elect Donald Trump’s “Border Czar” Tom Homan at Gracie Mansion on Thursday to talk about immigration under the incoming administration. “We’re going to protect the rights of immigrants in this city that are hard-working, giving back to the city in a real way. We’re not going to be a safe haven for those who commit repeated violent crimes," he said at a news briefing after the meeting.
City using drones for subway surfing efforts

Oct 31, 2024 | ny1.com | Kelly Mena

Mayor Eric Adams announced Thursday the city’s ongoing efforts to combat subway surfing will now permanently include the use of drones. “We’ve changed the dynamics and we’ve become more proactive by allowing the drone operation to be incorporated in the heavily used train lines where subway surfing is taking place,” Adams said. What You Need To KnowDrones will now permanently be used to combat subway surfing.
Mastro confirmation hearing spotlights City Hall disputes

Aug 28, 2024 | ny1.com | Kelly Mena

Randy Mastro tried to assure city Councilmembers on Tuesday that he can be independent of Mayor Eric Adams’ interests. “As a corporation counsel, I will stand up for what I think is right and I will do the right thing. If I don’t think a position of the mayor is one that is legally defensible, I will tell that to the mayor and we will not defend the mayor,” Mastro said.
Keith Powers announces bid for Manhattan Borough President

Aug 13, 2024 | ny1.com | Kelly Mena

City Councilmember Keith Powers has filed to run for Manhattan borough president. Powers' entrance into the race comes just days after current Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine announced his interest in running for city comptroller next year. “I’ve called Manhattan my home my entire life. I’m a born and bred Manhattan resident. I’ve had the honor the last seven years of serving the community that I live and was raised in.
City Council file advice and consent for November ballot

Jul 18, 2024 | ny1.com | Kelly Mena

The battle between the two sides of City Hall over the confirmation of mayoral appointments doesn’t seem to be subsiding anytime soon. On Thursday, the City Council filed what’s known as its advice and consent ballot question with the Board of Elections.
Adams doesn't veto bill expanding City Council oversight of appointments

Jul 8, 2024 | ny1.com | Kelly Mena

After plenty of fighting against a bill that would increase the City Council’s powers over his appointments, Mayor Eric Adams didn’t wield his veto pen.
Mayor, Council still negotiating with days until deadline

Jun 26, 2024 | ny1.com | Kelly Mena

With some differences left on the bargaining table, the deadline for the mayor and the City Council to come to an agreement on a final budget is fast approaching. Legally, City Hall has a June 30 deadline to finalize the fiscal year 2025 budget. Local lawmakers continue to call on Mayor Eric Adams to completely restore cuts to key city agencies.
Latimer, Bowman hold rallies to kick off first day of early voting

Jun 15, 2024 | ny1.com | Kelly Mena

It was all about turning out votes on the first day of early voting for Rep. Jamaal Bowman and challenger, Westchester County Executive George Latimer. The two are locked in a competitive Democratic primary for New York’s 16th Congressional District, which covers parts of the Bronx and Westchester County. What You Need To KnowRep.
Randy Mastro's nomination to be city's next top lawyer is being withheld

May 28, 2024 | mynews13.com | Kelly Mena

Randy Mastro has not even been formally nominated to be the city's next top lawyer and he is already on a bumpy political ride. On Tuesday, a top City Hall official unexpectedly announced a delay in Mastro being potentially nominated for corporation counsel. “It's not a fear in terms of nominating Randy Mastro. It's out of respect for the council. We work in partnership,” Ingrid Lewis-Martin, the mayor’s chief adviser, said during a press conference Tuesday.