<p>Republican party’s New York Congressman Lee Zeldin, who is running for Governor, was attacked by a knife-wielding man while campaigning.</p>

<p>The incident took place on Thursday when Zeldin was giving a speech on bail reforms. A man came running towards the podium, grabbed the collar of the congressman and "wrestled with him a bit, and pulled a blade out.” A video of the incident has now gone viral on social media.</p>

<p>The incident occurred in Perinton, a town in New York State.</p>

<p>The congressman managed to scrape through unharmed as the attacker was later subdued by Zeldin's running mate and former New York Police Department Deputy Inspector Alison Esposito,</p>

<p>According to reports, the attacker was taken into custody and the congressman continued his speech. Zeldin is pitted against Democratic incumbent Kathy Hochul in the election due this November.</p>

<p>New York Republican party chair Nick Langworthy said that Zeldin is fine and has no injuries as such, but added that no personal details have emerged about the attacker or the weapon.</p>

<p>“He is fine. He’s not seriously injured. It’s just a chaotic scene there,” Langworthy told the Associated Press.</p>

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<p>He said that Zeldin had “just a little scrape” but it wasn’t what anyone would consider an injury.</p>

<p>Issuing a statement, Monroe County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Deputy Brendan Hurley said that the office "is aware of an incident at the speech of gubernatorial candidate Zeldin this evening. A suspect is in custody and Major Crimes is investigating”, reports AP news agency.</p>

<p>Zeldin, who is a staunch ally of Donald Trump and was among the Republicans in Congress who voted against certifying the 2020 election results, is an Army Reserve lieutenant colonel.</p>

<p>He has focused his campaign on fighting crime but faces an uphill battle against Hochul.</p>

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Republican party’s New York Congressman Lee Zeldin, who is running for Governor, was attacked by a knife-wielding man while campaigning. The incident took place on Thursday when Zeldin was giving a speech on bail reforms.

Republican party’s New York Congressman Lee Zeldin, who is running for Governor, was attacked by a knife-wielding man while campaigning. The incident took place on Thursday when Zeldin was giving a speech on bail reforms. A man came running towards the podium, grabbed the collar of the congressman and "wrestled with him a bit, and pulled a blade out.” A video of the incident has now gone viral on social media. The incident occurred in Perinton, a town in New York State. The congressman managed to scrape through unharmed as the attacker was later subdued by Zeldin's running mate and former New York Police Department Deputy Inspector Alison Esposito, According to reports, the attacker was taken into custody and the congressman continued his speech. Zeldin is pitted against Democratic incumbent Kathy Hochul in the election due this November. New York Republican party chair Nick Langworthy said that Zeldin is fine and has no injuries as such, but added that no personal details have emerged about the attacker or the weapon. “He is fine. He’s not seriously injured. It’s just a chaotic scene there,” Langworthy told the Associated Press. Here is video of the attack involving Rep. Zeldin from witness Cody Crippen pic.twitter.com/Ur1CfpkdsS — Nick Reisman (@NickReisman) July 22, 2022 × He said that Zeldin had “just a little scrape” but it wasn’t what anyone would consider an injury. Issuing a statement, Monroe County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Deputy Brendan Hurley said that the office "is aware of an incident at the speech of gubernatorial candidate Zeldin this evening. A suspect is in custody and Major Crimes is investigating”, reports AP news agency. Zeldin, who is a staunch ally of Donald Trump and was among the Republicans in Congress who voted against certifying the 2020 election results, is an Army Reserve lieutenant colonel. He has focused his campaign on fighting crime but faces an uphill battle against Hochul. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Two senators from New York joined in calls within Democrats demanding the resignation of Governor Andrew Cuomo after another woman came forward, accusing him of sexual misconduct.</p>

<p>So far, seven women have come out to speak against Cuomo’s actions. Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, who has been at the forefront of the #MeToo movement recently spoke in support of Cuomo’s resignation.</p>

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<p>They joined many other senators including US representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to call out Cuomo - the 63-year-old father of three daughters - who are all in their 20s. Cuomo has repeatedly denied the allegations. Additionally, he pointed how “reckless and dangerous” it is for politicians to not wait for all the factors to weigh in.</p>

<p>"Women have a right to come forward and be heard, and I encourage that fully. But I also want to be clear: there is still a question of the truth. I did not do what has been alleged, period," Cuomo was cited as saying by Reuters.</p>

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<p>“Wait for the facts. An opinion without facts is irresponsible," he said.</p>

<p>Cuomo also recently said that he did not intend to make anybody feel uncomfortable, and apologised if he ever did the same.</p>

<p>"Due to the multiple, credible sexual harassment and misconduct allegations, it is clear that Governor Cuomo has lost the confidence of his governing partners and the people of New York," Schumer and Gillibrand, the two senators said in a collaborative statement.</p>

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<p>Multiple women have now accused Cuomo of sexual misconduct, ranging from flirting with them, to groping. By Friday, over 55 Democratic New York lawmakers were urging Cuomo to resign. In addition, the state legislature intends to begin an impeachment investigation keeping in mind the allegations.</p>


Two senators from New York joined in calls within Democrats demanding the resignation of Governor Andrew Cuomo after another woman came forward, accusing him of sexual misconduct.

Two senators from New York joined in calls within Democrats demanding the resignation of Governor Andrew Cuomo after another woman came forward, accusing him of sexual misconduct. So far, seven women have come out to speak against Cuomo’s actions. Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, who has been at the forefront of the #MeToo movement recently spoke in support of Cuomo’s resignation. They joined many other senators including US representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to call out Cuomo - the 63-year-old father of three daughters - who are all in their 20s. Cuomo has repeatedly denied the allegations. Additionally, he pointed how “reckless and dangerous” it is for politicians to not wait for all the factors to weigh in. "Women have a right to come forward and be heard, and I encourage that fully. But I also want to be clear: there is still a question of the truth. I did not do what has been alleged, period," Cuomo was cited as saying by Reuters. Also read: Sixth woman accuses New York governor Cuomo of harassment “Wait for the facts. An opinion without facts is irresponsible," he said. Cuomo also recently said that he did not intend to make anybody feel uncomfortable, and apologised if he ever did the same. "Due to the multiple, credible sexual harassment and misconduct allegations, it is clear that Governor Cuomo has lost the confidence of his governing partners and the people of New York," Schumer and Gillibrand, the two senators said in a collaborative statement. Also read: Protesters demand New York governor Cuomo's resignation over sexual harassment allegation Multiple women have now accused Cuomo of sexual misconduct, ranging from flirting with them, to groping. By Friday, over 55 Democratic New York lawmakers were urging Cuomo to resign. In addition, the state legislature intends to begin an impeachment investigation keeping in mind the allegations.

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<p>The Governor of Rhode Island, Gina Raimondo has signed an executive order to change the official name of the state as it has links to American slavery.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the state papers, the state's name is 'The State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations' but the new order would shorten it to 'Rhode Island'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The pain that this association causes to some of our residents should be of concern to all Rhode Islanders and we should do everything in our power to ensure that all communities can take pride in our state,” the governor wrote.</p>

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<p>The Democrat governor has said that the name will take effect as soon as it is 'practicable'. The executive order will apply to all state government communications, including agency websites and correspondence.</p>

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<p>Many states have put similar efforts to remove 'plantations' from the name. The state's senate will also introduce a referendum for residents to vote on the change in the November general election. In 2010, such referendum was opposed by 75 per cent of voters, as per Providence Journal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Harold Metts, Rhode Island’s only Black state senator, introduced the 2020 bill. He said: “Whatever the meaning of the term ‘plantations’ in the context of Rhode Island’s history, it carries a horrific connotation when considering the [country’s] tragic and racist history.”</p>

<p>In the United States, the word 'plantation' was associated with the institution of chattel slavery. However, the brutal chattel slavery has origins in Spain, but the plantation slavery was British.&nbsp;</p>


The Governor of Rhode Island, Gina Raimondo has signed an executive order to change the official name of the state as it has links to American slavery. Also read: US appeals court orders dismissal of criminal case against Michael Flynn According to the state papers, the state's name is 'The State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations' but the new order would shorten it to 'Rhode Island'.

The Governor of Rhode Island, Gina Raimondo has signed an executive order to change the official name of the state as it has links to American slavery. Also read: US appeals court orders dismissal of criminal case against Michael Flynn According to the state papers, the state's name is 'The State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations' but the new order would shorten it to 'Rhode Island'. “The pain that this association causes to some of our residents should be of concern to all Rhode Islanders and we should do everything in our power to ensure that all communities can take pride in our state,” the governor wrote. Rhode Island was founded on the principles of acceptance and tolerance, and our state’s name – and actions – should reflect those values. — Gina Raimondo (@GovRaimondo) June 22, 2020 × The Democrat governor has said that the name will take effect as soon as it is 'practicable'. The executive order will apply to all state government communications, including agency websites and correspondence. The steps I am announcing today are just the beginning, and I am fully committed to continuing to work alongside the community in stamping out individual and institutional racism in our state. — Gina Raimondo (@GovRaimondo) June 22, 2020 × Many states have put similar efforts to remove 'plantations' from the name. The state's senate will also introduce a referendum for residents to vote on the change in the November general election. In 2010, such referendum was opposed by 75 per cent of voters, as per Providence Journal. Harold Metts, Rhode Island’s only Black state senator, introduced the 2020 bill. He said: “Whatever the meaning of the term ‘plantations’ in the context of Rhode Island’s history, it carries a horrific connotation when considering the [country’s] tragic and racist history.” In the United States, the word 'plantation' was associated with the institution of chattel slavery. However, the brutal chattel slavery has origins in Spain, but the plantation slavery was British.

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