Nisha Agarwal

May 30

Immigrant Advocates and NYC Comptroller Want Subsidies for Citizenship Applications

"If we want to fight back against this White House, if we want to stand up for our neighbors, this is a common-sense way to do it. This new fund can be reality, and we're thrilled and thankful to see so many advocates, organizations, and community leaders standing behind it."

By Madina Toure

Dec 1

NYC Council Braces for Budget Problems Under Donald Trump

Finance Chairwoman Julissa Ferreras-Copeland said the Council is preparing for potential shortfalls both in revenue and federal funding after Donald Trump takes office.

By Madina Toure

Nov 11

De Blasio Administration Promises Muslims It Will ‘Fight Back’ Against Donald Trump

Immigrant Affairs Commissioner Nisha Agarwal said Donald Trump's plans aren't detailed, but the de Blasio administration will stand up for Muslims and immigrants.

By Madina Toure

Dec 19

NYPD Will Honor City’s New Municipal IDs

By Jillian Jorgensen

Sep 18

Municipal IDs to Offer Free Membership to Museums, Zoos

By Jillian Jorgensen

Feb 28

De Blasio Appoints Human Resources and Immigrant Affairs Commissioners

By Jill Colvin

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