New York State Governor Kathy Hochul is celebrating a major budget deal worth $268 billion, which she claims will address the state's pressing issues and invest in key areas such as education and infrastructure. However, not everyone is on board with the agreement. New York Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie has publicly disputed Hochul's claims, stating that there is no deal in place and that negotiations are still ongoing. The discrepancy between Hochul and Heastie's statements has sparked confusion and raised questions about the state's budget process. As lawmakers continue to hammer out the details, one thing is clear: the fate of New York's budget hangs in the balance.
Hochul touts $268B state budget deal while N.Y. Assembly speaker says 'there's no deal' Spectrum News
