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New Orleans is caught in a political tug-of-war as Governor Jeff Landry vetoes $30 million in approved city projects, citing the need to prioritize government services — a move that’s sparked outrage and set the stage for a potential special legislative session. With state lawmakers pushing back against proposals like moving a state seat out of the city and defending local judicial positions, tensions are rising between state and city leaders. Residents are feeling the strain as these battles delay progress on critical infrastructure, while calls for unity grow louder. The fate of iconic venues like the Superdome and convention center underscores how deeply intertwined state and city interests are — and how much hangs in the balance.

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