This week, Kamala Harris selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to be her running mate in the race for president. Walz has been touted by Democrats as an effective communicator for the party. This comes as a recent Siena College poll finds Harris leading Donald Trump by 14 points among likely New York voters. Earlier this summer, Joe Biden held an eight-point lead over Trump. NY1 political reporters Bobby Cuza, Kelly Mena and Ayana Harry discuss New Yorkers' reaction to Harris' pick for VP and what effect the top of the ticket could have on congressional races in New York.

After that, Mayor Eric Adams faced questions this week about the conduct of multiple members of his administration. The "Off Topic" team looks at the mayor's reaction to an incident involving the NYPD, and as well as the contentious relationship his administration has with the media.

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