Minnesota paid leave law takes effect Jan. 1, granting workers up to 20 weeks of benefits, but critics say the program could be exploited for fraud.

Zohran Mamdani, 34, became NYC mayor with AOC, Bernie Sanders at inauguration, after his controversial campaign produced an overwhelming victory.

Socialist Zohran Mamdani sworn in as NYC mayor in midnight ceremony at abandoned subway station, symbolizing his vision for working-class New Yorkers.