Mayor Eric Adams finalized New York City's budget on time, agreeing to a record-setting $112.4 billion plan with the City Council. The budget raises concerns due to its perceived unsustainable spending habits, emphasizing social services, public safety, education, housing, and health funding without clear frameworks for effectiveness.
A Democratic staffer faces backlash after thanking President Biden for erasing $8,000 in student debt, followed by posts of extravagant spending. The incident sparks debate over financial responsibility amid student loan forgiveness advocacy.
