Mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani intends to ask Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch to remain in her position if he is elected mayor. This decision, confirmed by sources close to Mamdani's campaign and an ally, comes amidst criticism of Mamdani's past anti-NYPD remarks and his need to reassure voters about crime safety. Business groups, concerned about public safety, have reportedly urged Mamdani to keep Tisch, who has been praised for her tough-on-crime approach and overseen a significant crime reduction.
The article notes that Mamdani and Tisch have already spoken about her potential continued role, and Mamdani is expected to address this publicly. While Mamdani's progressive stance might appear at odds with Tisch's policies, the move is ... download the app to read more
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