FOX News: Cuomo slams de Blasio's handling of riots, claims he has power to ‘displace’ mayor but not ‘at that point’
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday slammed New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio's handling of riots in his city, calling it a "disgrace" and saying he has the power to "displace" the mayor -- although doesn't want to at this point.
"The NYPD and the mayor did not do their job last night, I believe that," Cuomo said of the mayor.
Cuomo spoke after another night of devastation in the Big Apple, after protests in response to the death of George Floyd again devolved into riots and looting. The New York City Police Department tells Fox News that 700 arrests were made overnight. A half dozen police officers were injured, while at least six police vehicles were vandalized.
Cuomo said at a press conference that the mayor "underestimates" the scope and duration of the problem, suggesting he needs to deploy more police.
"You have 38,000 NYPD people, it is the largest police department in the United States of America," he said. "Use 38,000 people and protect property. Use the police, protect property and people. Look at the videos, it was a disgrace."
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WNU Editor: This is insane .... Police Chief: Arrested Looters in NYC Are Immediately Released Because of Bail-Reform Law (NRO).
Update: They will need more police officers. This is not enough .... NYPD cracks down: ALL leave is canceled as cops enforce an 8pm curfew ahead of another night of carnage after failing to stop looters despite putting 8,000 on the street (Daily Mail).
More News On The Riots In New York City
Cuomo: The mayor and the city police 'did not do their job' -- Newsday
Cuomo urges de Blasio to use more cops against looters after night of intense protests in NYC -- CNBC
NYPD commissioner blasts Cuomo's 'disgraceful comment' about riots, says police need 'fewer press conferences' -- FOX News
De Blasio rejects calling in National Guard to help control NYC looting -- NYPost
