Steve Cohen's pursuit of a casino near Citi Field has hit a snag as Governor Kathy Hochul refuses to link her budget process to support his $8 billion project.
Governor Hochul declared she has 'no intention' of leveraging the budget process to endorse Cohen's casino endeavor, highlighting the complexities and ethical concerns surrounding big donations.
Current corruption investigations make it politically sensitive for Hochul to favor big donors like Cohen, indicating a cautious approach to lobbying and campaign contributions during budget talks.
The competition for New York's casino licenses is marred by the need for bidders to influence politicians, raising critical questions about integrity and public interest in the process.
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