NYC Mayor Reveals New Budget Will Cut 4,000 Police Jobs Over The Next Two Years
OAN’s James Meyers
11:53 AM – Friday, November 17, 2023
When unveiling New York City’s new budget plan, Mayor Eric Adams made a shocking announcement that 4,000 cops will be laid off over the next two years due to the ongoing immigration crisis in The Big Apple.
The plan, revealed on Thursday, includes reducing the number of officers from 33,000 to 29,000 over the next couple of years.
Meanwhile, the next five police academy classes will be canceled. This will result in the city’s police department being below 30,000 for the first time since the 1980’s.
Adams, a former NYPD captain when elected, promised to cut down on crime and make the city safe again.
“This is extremely personally painful for this administration. These projects, and these initiatives, we knew was going to improve the lives of New Yorkers,” Adams said on Thursday.
Some of the cuts in the new budget are expected to take effect immediately, shrinking every agency by at least 5%.
The highest cuts in the new budget include a $2.1 billion cut to education, over $1 billion less for the Department of Social Services, and $800 million from Homeless Services.
“This is truly a disaster for every New Yorker who cares about safe streets,” police union President Patrick Hendry said in a statement posted on X, the social media website formerly known as Twitter. “Cops are already stretched to our breaking point, and these cuts will return us to staffing levels we haven’t seen since the crime epidemic of the ‘80s and ‘90s.”
Meanwhile, New York has been grappling with how to handle the influx of migrants, with the state receiving up to 10,000 per month. The city has urgently requested aid from the Biden administration.
Adams recently announced that New York City would allocate nearly $12 billion to various projects over the next two years.
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How does the Police Union, represented by President Patrick Hendry, believe that further reductions in the number of police officers will affect the safety of New Yorkers
D the federal government for assistance, but resources have been limited. As a result, Mayor Adams has decided to make the difficult decision of reducing the number of police officers in order to allocate more funds towards managing the immigration crisis.
The announcement of laying off 4,000 cops over the next two years has sparked controversy and concern among the citizens of New York City. Many fear that this decision will lead to an increase in crime rates and a decrease in public safety. With the police department falling below 30,000 officers for the first time since the 1980s, people are worried about the city’s ability to effectively address crime.
Mayor Adams, who was a former NYPD captain before being elected, acknowledges the pain and difficulty of this decision. He understands that these cuts will impact the lives of New Yorkers and the safety of their city. However, he believes that by reallocating resources to address the immigration crisis, the city will be able to create a safer and more inclusive environment for everyone.
The new budget plan includes immediate cuts to various agencies, with each agency expected to experience at least a 5% reduction. The highest cuts are seen in education, social services, and homeless services, amounting to a total reduction of $3.9 billion. These cuts will undoubtedly have an impact on the quality of services provided by these agencies, affecting the most vulnerable members of the community.
The Police Union, represented by President Patrick Hendry, has strongly opposed these cuts. Hendry believes that the police department is already stretched thin and that further reductions will only exacerbate the challenges faced by law enforcement. He expressed concerns that this decision will return staffing levels to those seen during the crime epidemics of the ’80s and ’90s, compromising the safety of New Yorkers.
Meanwhile, the city continues to grapple with an influx of migrants, receiving up to 10,000 individuals per month. The strain on resources has become overwhelming, leading Mayor Adams to prioritize addressing the immigration crisis. While the decision to reduce the number of police officers may be viewed as a necessary step in managing the situation, it is clear that it comes at a cost.
The impact of these cuts will only be revealed in the coming years. It remains to be seen whether reallocating resources from the police department to manage the immigration crisis will prove successful in creating a safer and more harmonious city. In the meantime, New Yorkers are left with a mix of hope and uncertainty as they navigate these challenging times.
The future of New York City’s safety and well-being relies on the ability of its leaders to make difficult decisions that balance the needs of the community. It is crucial for all stakeholders to come together and find sustainable solutions that ensure the safety and inclusivity of the city for all its residents.
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