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NYC Deputy Mayor's Controversial ICE Cooperation: A Necessary Evil or Betrayal of Trust?

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NYC Deputy Mayor Kaz Daughtry defends cooperation with ICE in criminal investigations.
Cooperation is limited to criminal, not civil, immigration matters.
Daughtry emphasizes the benefits of removing dangerous gang members from NYC streets.
A public-facing drone dashboard will increase transparency in NYPD drone usage.
Plans to deploy drones on rooftops for enhanced emergency response.

NYC Deputy Mayor's Stance on ICE Cooperation Sparks Debate

New York City Deputy Mayor for Public Safety, Kaz Daughtry, recently defended his administration's cooperation with ICE agents in criminal investigations, sparking significant debate. Public opinion is nearly split on this issue, with roughly equal support for and against such cooperation.

Focus on Criminal, Not Civil, Matters

Daughtry emphasizes that collaboration is strictly limited to criminal investigations involving transnational gangs, asserting the city will not participate in civil immigration matters. He highlights the importance of removing dangerous criminals from the streets, emphasizing that this action directly benefits New Yorkers.

Concerns of the Immigrant Community

Addressing concerns from the immigrant community about city services, Daughtry states there have been no instances of ICE agents entering public schools or houses of worship. He argues that maintaining open dialogue with federal authorities ensures the city has a voice in immigration enforcement decisions. He asserts that this "seat at the table" protects crucial city services from unwarranted federal intervention.

Daughtry's Relationship with President Trump

Daughtry also briefly discussed his meetings with President Trump, noting that their conversations (held on the golf course) will remain private, though he did share that the President prioritizes public safety and has a special connection to New York City.

Public Safety Drone Initiative

Beyond immigration, Daughtry revealed plans to deploy drones atop police and fire department buildings to enhance emergency response times and create a public-facing drone dashboard, aiming to increase transparency and build public trust in their usage. This initiative involves anti-drone technology to neutralize hostile drones safely, and will provide real-time data regarding their deployment.