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Police & Fire

Mayor Eric Adams vetoes NYPD transparency legislation, setting stage for Council showdown

By Ethan Stark-Miller Posted on January 19, 2024

Mayor Eric Adams on Friday vetoed City Council legislation that aims to increase NYPD transparency as to its dealings with the public. 

The veto now sets up a showdown between the mayor and the council. Speaker Adrienne Adams said in a statement following the mayor’s announcement that “we are prepared to override this veto,” as the council passed the legislation with enough votes to overrule the mayor.

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