Foley Square
Coverage of Foley Square in the Nexus archive.
- 49 aging NY judges want more time on the bench. Reformers are worried about 4.
49 aging New York judges want to continue serving past age 70, but reformers have concerns about four of them. The process for certifying judges to remain in office is described as opaque, with advocates seeking attention to their worries.
- New Yorkers protest ICE-related killings from across the country in Foley Square amid ongoing Trump immigration crackdown
New Yorkers protested in Foley Square against ICE-related killings and Trump's immigration policies, demanding the agency's abolition. The demonstration followed recent deaths of immigrants in Maine, Houston, and Florida, with protesters highlighting ICE's aggressive enforcement practices.
- Thousands of 1199SEIU health care workers flood Foley Square, saying they can’t afford the city they care for amid contract fight
Thousands of 1199SEIU healthcare workers protested at Foley Square, demanding a fair contract with raises, health benefits, and protections against AI-driven job losses. Negotiations with the League of Voluntary Hospitals and Homes of New York continue as union representatives seek improved wages and workplace safety, with the current contract set to expire in September 2026.
- New York bar associations push attorneys to take on pro-bono work to protect the rule of law under Trump
The New York bar associations are advocating for increased pro-bono work to support immigrants, federal workers, and voting rights. They emphasize the importance of the rule of law and are holding events at Foley Square to promote these causes. The Trump administration is a focal point of their efforts.
- NYC bar associations to hold June 16 ‘Rally for the Rule of Law’ in Foley Square
Several NYC bar associations, including the New York County Lawyers Association and others, will hold a 'Rally for the Rule of Law' on June 16 at Foley Square. The event, themed 'Time to Lawyer Up,' supports judicial independence and civil rights, following a similar 2023 rally against attacks on the legal profession.