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DSA Calls Out Mayor Mamdani on Police Increase
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- Jun 12, 2026
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- 102
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Summary
NYC’s Democratic Socialists of America are publicly rebuking Mayor Mamdani over his decision to expand the NYPD by 580 officers — a move that contradicts his campaign pledge to keep police numbers flat. The group argues the $70 million investment is misaligned with their values and urges reallocating funds to other city agencies instead. While Mamdani defends the increase as necessary for a new Bronx patrol borough and updated training, the DSA’s unanimous statement signals a major rift. Tensions rise as the mayor’s actions clash with his socialist platform — and his promise to dismantle the controversial Strategic Response Group. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9a7add9657d5f5fa