Thank you for joining another episode of the Albany Update.

The story that has dominated the headlines last week was that of Rep.-elect George Santos, a man quickly becoming known as the Long Island Poser. We’ll explain.

Then, we have a little cleanup to do as we revisit two stories that didn’t get nearly enough attention from Americans during the busy holiday season. Let’s take a closer look at the federal omnibus bill and that appalling state legislative pay raise.

Then, while we’re discussing state news, Gov. Kathy Hochul has made her pick for Chief Judge and progressives are not happy.

Let’s get started.