This week’s New York Playbook highlights the strong performance of Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani, who has secured significant support in key districts. However, the newsletter also reports on the legal challenges facing New York Attorney General Letitia James, who has been subpoenaed by the U.S. attorney’s office. The piece further discusses the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill, a Republican-led proposal, on the state’s social safety net. Additionally, the article features a celebratory event for Social Security’s 90th anniversary, with New York lawmakers participating. The Playbook ends with a roundup of other news, including mentions of Trump and Cuomo’s previous meetings and the situation with Adams’ campaign. The newsletter underscores its role as a reliable source for New York political updates.