Mamdani says he will not join demonstrations against Netanyahu during New York visit
Mamdani said he had been in contact with the New York Police Department ahead of the General Assembly week and that "right now, there are no expected threats that we know of."
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed his intention not to participate in demonstrations against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his upcoming visit to the city. In response to reporters' inquiries, Mamdani stated that he had no plans to attend any protest at the UN General Assembly. The mayor assured that he had been in contact with the New York Police Department regarding the General Assembly week and that there were currently no anticipated threats, allowing him to maintain confidence in the safety and security of New Yorkers.
Mamdani further clarified that he had never encouraged city residents to protest against Netanyahu and reiterated that they had the right to do so in the city, respecting their First Amendment rights. When asked why he had decided not to join the protests himself, Mamdani mentioned that he had already articulated his views and thoughts on the matter.
He emphasized that his focus during the General Assembly would be on ensuring the city's readiness to host international representatives while also addressing local concerns, such as traffic and transportation issues. Mamdani also addressed the planned prayer vigil outside his official residence by students from the Ramaz Jewish school and other Jewish schools, confirming their right to hold the vigil and stating that he would likely be elsewhere during the event.
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