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August 6, 2024: Midday News

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is doubling down on his support for Governor Kathy Hochul's decision to halt congestion pricing. Meanwhile, a flash flood watch takes effect Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning, with heavy rain expected. A travel advisory will also be in effect through Wednesday. Plus, flights to the Dominican Republic are getting cheaper thanks to a new "Open Skies" agreement aimed at lowering fares. WNYC’s Janae Pierre speaks with U.S. Representative Adriano Espaillat, who represents Uptown Manhattan, to learn more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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August 6, 2024: Midday News

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