NYC Politics & Efficiency: Patrick Gaspard, adviser to Mayor Zohran Mamdani, is chairing the new Commission on Government Efficiency (COGE) and pushing a charter revision effort via borough hearings, while arguing Democrats need an affirmative economic agenda ahead of the midterms. Federal Courts & Pharma: A judge sent Bayer’s $7.25B Roundup settlement back to Missouri state court, a move that could speed approval and reduce the chance of a different federal review. Consumer Tech & Regulation: A New York federal judge gave final approval to DiDi’s $740M investor deal, closing claims tied to alleged hidden regulatory risks from its 2021 IPO. Marketing Compliance: Gymshark faces a New York federal class action alleging it paid an “army” of influencers without disclosing ad deals. Wall Street & Rates: Stocks slid as Fed projections under Kevin Warsh raised odds of a hike, with markets bracing for a less predictable, more opaque Fed messaging style. Energy & Infrastructure: Hydro-Québec began exporting electricity to New York under a long-term contract as Quebec faces tighter reserves. Local Business & Labor: Cape Cod hospitality firms warn that delays in seasonal worker visas are disrupting summer staffing. Sports & NYC Economy: Knicks fans gear up for a ticker-tape parade—plus a surge in Brunson collectibles trading after the title. DOJ vs Medicaid: The Trump administration sued New York over alleged Medicaid home-care fraud tied to a contractor’s payment practices.