New York Times Ends Local Political Endorsements

The newspaper will continue endorsing presidential candidates but ceases support for state and local races.

The decision is effective immediately and impacts upcoming New York congressional and mayoral races.
The Times joins other major newspapers like the Miami Herald in ending local endorsements.
Critics argue the move diminishes the paper's influence in New York politics.
The editorial board will still provide perspectives on local races without formal endorsements.
The reason for the change was not disclosed by the Times.