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Extra Extra: Is there a world where New York's next senator is Andrew Cuomo?

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Published May 11, 2026

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Good Monday afternoon in New York City, where steakhouses are meating the moment.

Here's what else is happening:

• If Sen. Chuck Schumer's popularity continues to decline or he decides not to run again, he could be replaced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez — or Brad Lander or Alex Bores or Andrew Cuomo or any of the other people on this list.
• Airbnb and the hotel workers' union are both aggressively lobbying New York City's Black clergy, with the former arguing short-term rentals would benefit Black homeowners and the latter claiming Airbnb effectively displaces Black residents.
• Resorts World casino in Queens appears to be making good money off seniors.
• Here's an update on the potential Long Island Rail Road strike, as seen from East Hampton.
• The Mets are horrible, but apparently their minor league players who aren't yet pro-ready are good.
• Maybe Philly is cursed.
• The "Fast and Furious" franchise is coming to TV.
• The Wordle franchise is also coming to TV.
• And finally, pet gala:

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