Budget Breakthrough, Healthcare Dilemma, Trump Stumps

After weeks of delays, deadlocks, and behind-the-scenes drama, New York’s budget is finally moving. And when the dust settles, this will be the latest state budget approval in 16 years. This week, Albany insider Jack O’Donnell joins us 'From the Lobby' to break down the budget battles, the political maneuvering, and the fallout that could shape New York politics heading into election season.In this episode:Where the budget process stands heading into the holiday weekendWhy legislative leaders may not want to save the 450,000 New Yorkers losing healthcare because of federal cutsWill state aid increases go to Upstate cities struggling with major deficits?Why NY is moving ahead with redistricting in the middle of the budget battlePresident Trump campaigning for Congressman Mike Lawler—smart politics or risky move? And Jack reacts to the end of the Sabres’ surprisingly exciting season Give it a listen!