Midday News: Hochul Seeks Federal MTA Funding, Columbia Student Sues Over Deportation Threat, and Nadine Menendez Bribery Trial Begins

Governor Hochul and top New York lawmakers are asking President Trump and congressional Republicans for more federal funding to support the MTA, citing its vital importance to New York City. Meanwhile, a Columbia University student is suing the Trump administration, alleging she’s being targeted for deportation over her pro-Palestinian activism. Plus, WNYC’s Samantha Max recaps the first day of Nadine Menendez’s federal bribery trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.