On Thursday's broadcast of MSNBC's “Morning Joe,” New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) said he wanted to change the city's sanctuary cities law, but said, “For those who committed crimes and for those who continue to commit crimes in New York.” “We're not talking about violent crime, especially in our city.” “We're not talking about the guy who stole your apple.” Also, “When you lock up toothpaste,” it He also said it was a “symbol of the city's surrender.”
“I'm looking forward to sitting down and talking with the border czar next week,” Adams said. “I think there's a meeting on the 12th, but I'd like to hear the actual plan. How do you actually implement this plan?” I didn't keep my feelings quiet.[s] For those who have committed serious crimes in our cities, and for those who continue to commit crimes, especially violent crimes, in our cities. We're not talking about someone stealing apples. We're talking about people shooting at police officers and raping individuals, so we want to hear what the Border Czar plans to address this. ”
Earlier, when discussing crime, he said, “When you lock up toothpaste or when people put safety measures on their cars, those are symbols of urban capitulation.”
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