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The federal government says the program will continue to serve patients, but local officials are concerned.
The cuts to staffing and research funding for the World Trade Center Health Program have drawn fierce criticism from New York congressmembers.
Khady Kamara, newly appointed as the inaugural executive director for the multivenue arts and culture institution, comes from previous leadership roles at Second Stage Theater and Arena Stage.
So far, five of the leading contenders — former Mayor Bill de Blasio, Daniel Goldman, Rep. Mondaire Jones, and Assemblymembers Yuh-Line Niou and Jo Anne Simon — pledged to secure federal funding for the project.
Some have waited years for coverage while undergoing expensive treatments.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are in New York City for the Global Citizen Live concert on Saturday.
President Biden, joined by former Presidents Obama and Clinton, paid respects at the 9/11 Memorial plaza on Saturday.
First responders who worked at Ground Zero frequently run into red tape as they develop chronic conditions such as cancer. These long-term illnesses tend to emerge well after exposure to health hazards, making it hard to prove cause and effect.
After the attacks, the NYPD moved rapidly to develop its own global intelligence and counterterrorism capabilities.
Donald Trump didn't show up in Manhattan today, sending Pence in his stead.