Update On Drugs/Prostitution Ring Case

Larry Comfort Sr., of Elmira Heights, who has pleaded guilty in a drugs and prostitution case in Steuben County Court, will be sentenced today.  Comfort could get up to 10 years.

Tom Reed Is On Russia's List Of Sanctioned Congressmen

Today, Tom Reed had the following statement regarding being on the list of Congressional Members who were sanctioned by Russia: "We were proud to be on the list of House Members to be officially sanctioned by Russia. Being put on this permanent ‘stop list’ by a dictator like Putin can only be seen as a badge of honor. Watching the atrocities that Putin is committing on a daily basis against the people of Ukraine is heartbreaking, and it must stop. American leadership must project to Russia that we will achieve peace through strength."

 

NYC Subway Shooter Suspect Was Apprehended

Governor Kathy Hochul and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued statements saying that they were relieved about the arrest of the subway shooter suspect.  From Senator Gillibrand: "I am relieved that the suspect in the subway shooting has been arrested and I'm deeply grateful to our law enforcement officers and emergency personnel for their incredible response. I also want to thank all the New Yorkers who called in tips that led to this arrest. I continue to pray for the victims and their families and wish them a speedy recovery. We must do more to combat the epidemic of gun violence and I will be working hard with our state and local officials to get illegal guns off our streets."  From Governor Hochul:   "Like all New Yorkers, I am deeply grateful that the suspect in yesterday's subway shooting has been apprehended and thankful for law enforcement and every first responder whose heroic efforts helped New York City respond to this horrific incident. I have directed all State agencies to provide every possible resource to assist in the investigation.  My heart is with all those who are injured, their loved ones, and the entire Sunset Park community. The epidemic of gun violence that continues to terrorize communities across this country must end. My pledge to New Yorkers is this: I will fight every day to restore public safety, get guns off our streets, and prevent these horrific acts of violence."

 

Schumer Continues To Push For Cancelling Student Debt

Senator Chuck Schumer says that he supports canceling more than $50,000 in student debt, per borrower.   “One of the best, very best, top-of-the-list ways to do it is by canceling student debt, by getting rid of the $50,000, even going higher after that,” Schumer stated.