New York Mayor Demands Approval for Police Unit's Actions at Protests
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- Mayor Adams requires administration approval for police unit deployment.
- The Strategic Response Group is used for mass arrests at protests.
- The order follows recent arrests of pro-Palestinian activists.
- Adams previously pledged to disband the controversial unit.
- The new rule is an interim measure pending a final decision.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has ordered that the city's police department must obtain approval from his administration before deploying the Strategic Response Group (SRG). The SRG is a specialized unit often used for mass arrests during street demonstrations, according to Politico. This new directive comes days after SRG officers were involved in the arrest of approximately 100 pro-Palestinian activists. The protesters had gathered outside UN headquarters during an address by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Among those detained were politicians aligned with Mayor Adams.
During his mayoral campaign, Adams had pledged to disband the SRG entirely and has frequently criticized the unit for its aggressive tactics against demonstrators. Responding to the Politico report, Adams stated that he stands by his promise and the only remaining question is the timeline for its fulfillment. The requirement for prior administrative approval is considered an interim measure, pending a final decision on the potential reorganization or complete dissolution of the controversial unit.
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