New York lawmakers are fuming after Governor Kathy Hochul delayed the state’s $254 billion budget by more than a month to push through non-spending policies, according to Spectrum News. Many say she misused her executive power, costing legislators their paychecks during the standoff.
Critics, including Democratic senators, slammed Hochul for prioritizing policies like mask restrictions and discovery law reforms over core budget work. Some, like Sen. Jabari Brisport, said she acted more like a legislator than an executive. Others, like Sen. John Liu, described the process as exhausting and disheartening.
Despite the friction, lawmakers ultimately passed the budget, which includes tax cuts and expanded child credits. But frustration over Hochul’s approach may signal deeper rifts heading into the next legislative session.
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