They are a very nearly autonomous force that is not actually under civilian control. It is a frankly terrifying situation. The fact this isn’t acknowledged is symptom of the fundamental problem.
Deva Woodly
the fact is mamdani, like so many other democratic mayors and governors, does not have control of his own police force, the law be damned. that our politicians are unable to even talk about this openly is a serious problem
He was asked during the campaign how he’d reconcile differences with Jessica Tisch. He said, I’m the boss, my staff implement my policy priorities. Then he absolutely caved to Tisch across the board
