Former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg officially announces presidential bid
Posted: Updated:Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg officially entered the very crowded Democratic presidential race over the weekend.
It's a race that's been well underway since the start of the year.
MORE: Former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg launches Democratic presidential bid
Bloomberg was seen leaving his home Monday, but refused to answer any questions from reporters.
The self-made billionaire announced that he was throwing his hat in the ring Sunday with this tweet saying, "I'm running for president to defeat Donald Trump and rebuild America."
The former three-term mayor is billing himself as a problem solver and one who can take on Donald Trump.
Sen. Chuck Schumer says he is supporting Bloomberg's decision to enter the race. But Sen. Bernie Sanders says multimillionaires like Bloomberg are not going to get very far in the election.
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Superintendent: Northport Middle School students to be relocated amid environmental probe
Superintendent: Northport Middle School students to be relocated amid environmental probe
Students at Northport Middle School will be relocated effective Thursday due to ongoing environmental issues at the building, According to Robert Banzer, the superintendent of the Northport-East Northport Union Free School District.Students at Northport Middle School will be relocated effective Thursday due to ongoing environmental issues at the building, According to Robert Banzer, the superintendent of the Northport-East Northport Union Free School District.Rainy conditions move in behind winter storm
Rainy conditions move in behind winter storm
Rain has moved in behind Saturday’s snowfall that dropped several inches during the afternoon.
Rain has moved in behind Saturday’s snowfall that dropped several inches during the afternoon.
Rain has moved in behind Saturday’s snowfall that dropped several inches during the afternoon.Rain has moved in behind Saturday’s snowfall that dropped several inches during the afternoon.President Trump team, House managers trade sharp views on impeachment
President Trump team, House managers trade sharp views on impeachment
President Donald Trump's legal team issued a fiery response ahead of opening arguments in his impeachment trial Saturday while House Democrats laid out their case in forceful fashion.
President Donald Trump's legal team issued a fiery response ahead of opening arguments in his impeachment trial Saturday while House Democrats laid out their case in forceful fashion.
President Donald Trump's legal team issued a fiery response ahead of opening arguments in his impeachment trial Saturday while House Democrats laid out their case in forceful fashion.President Donald Trump's legal team issued a fiery response ahead of opening arguments in his impeachment trial Saturday while House Democrats laid out their case in forceful fashion.Messy, wet weather creates slippery situation on Long Island roads
Messy, wet weather creates slippery situation on Long Island roads
Cleanup crews are out on Long Island roads working to curb the icy conditions.
Cleanup crews are out on Long Island roads working to curb the icy conditions.
Cleanup crews are out on Long Island roads working to curb the icy conditions.Cleanup crews are out on Long Island roads working to curb the icy conditions.Prince Harry, Meghan to give up 'royal highness' titles
Prince Harry, Meghan to give up 'royal highness' titles
Prince Harry, Meghan to give up 'royal highness' titles
Prince Harry, Meghan to give up 'royal highness' titles
Buckingham Palace says Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, will no longer use the titles "royal highness" or receive public funds under a deal struck Saturday for them to step aside as senior royals.Buckingham Palace says Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, will no longer use the titles "royal highness" or receive public funds under a deal struck Saturday for them to step aside as senior royals.
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Power & Politics: State Senate Minority Leader John Flanagan
Power & Politics: State Senate Minority Leader John Flanagan
Flanagan joined Stone Grissom to talk about the new bail reform law, Gov. Cuomo's State of the State address and more on this edition of Power & Politics.Flanagan joined Stone Grissom to talk about the new bail reform law, Gov. Cuomo's State of the State address and more on this edition of Power & Politics.House leaders march Trump impeachment articles to the Senate
House votes to send Trump impeachment to Senate for trial
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of Calif., center, walks towards the House Chamber on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, in Washington.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of Calif., center, walks towards the House Chamber on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, in Washington.
In a dramatic procession across the U.S. Capitol, Democratic House leaders marched the formal articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump to the Senate.In a dramatic procession across the U.S. Capitol, Democratic House leaders marched the formal articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump to the Senate.Suffolk Legislature sets special election date to fill void left by DuWayne Gregory
Suffolk Legislature sets special election date to fill void left by DuWayne Gregory
The Suffolk County Legislature has set March 10 as the date for a special election to fill the void left by former Legislator DuWayne Gregory in 15th District.
The Suffolk County Legislature has set March 10 as the date for a special election to fill the void left by former Legislator DuWayne Gregory in 15th District.
The Suffolk County Legislature has set March 10 as the date for a special election to fill the void left by former Legislator DuWayne Gregory in 15th District.The Suffolk County Legislature has set March 10 as the date for a special election to fill the void left by former Legislator DuWayne Gregory in 15th District.State lawmaker urges NYers to have patience with new bail reform
State lawmaker urges NYers to have patience with new bail reform
A top state lawmaker is urging New Yorkers to have patience with the new bail reform law.A top state lawmaker is urging New Yorkers to have patience with the new bail reform law.Newsday: Suffolk County Executive Bellone to host Bloomberg campaign event
Newsday: Suffolk County Executive Bellone to host Bloomberg campaign event
Newsday reports that Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone will be showing his support for Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg Saturday.Newsday reports that Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone will be showing his support for Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg Saturday.
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Your January 2020 Storm Photos
Your January 2020 Storm Photos
Have a great or fun photo during snowstorms in January 2020? We want to see them!Have a great or fun photo during snowstorms in January 2020? We want to see them!Dog Day Fridays for Jan. 17
Dog Day Fridays for Jan. 17
Lady is a Labrador/Rottweiler mix. She is super affectionate and her favorite pasttime is dancing! She loves belly rubs and snuggling with all people.
Lady is a Labrador/Rottweiler mix. She is super affectionate and her favorite pasttime is dancing! She loves belly rubs and snuggling with all people.
This week's dogs are up for adoption at Ruff House Rescue. They brought three puppies!This week's dogs are up for adoption at Ruff House Rescue. They brought three puppies!It's National Dress Up Your Pet Day - Submit your photos
It's National Dress Up Your Pet Day - Submit your photos
Happy National Dress Up Your Pet Day! Do you dress up your pet?
Happy National Dress Up Your Pet Day! Do you dress up your pet?
According to the National Retail Federation, Americans were expected to spend $490 million on costumes for their pets this past Halloween. But there's another special day to celebrate your furry friend!According to the National Retail Federation, Americans were expected to spend $490 million on costumes for their pets this past Halloween. But there's another special day to celebrate your furry friend!Pitt, Sandler and 'The Irishman' celebrated at NBR Awards
Pitt, Sandler and 'The Irishman' celebrated at NBR Awards
The National Board of Review assembled many of the regulars of this year’s awards season in the annual, untelevised gala dinner at Cipriani’s 42nd Street in midtown Manhattan.
The National Board of Review assembled many of the regulars of this year’s awards season in the annual, untelevised gala dinner at Cipriani’s 42nd Street in midtown Manhattan.
The National Board of Review assembled many of the regulars of this year’s awards season in the annual, untelevised gala dinner at Cipriani’s 42nd Street in midtown Manhattan.The National Board of Review assembled many of the regulars of this year’s awards season in the annual, untelevised gala dinner at Cipriani’s 42nd Street in midtown Manhattan.Stars hit the red carpet for the premiere of 'Like a Boss'
Stars hit the red carpet for the premiere of 'Like a Boss'
The stars of the film "Like a Boss" hit the red carpet Tuesday in New York City for the premiere.The stars of the film "Like a Boss" hit the red carpet Tuesday in New York City for the premiere.
