Chief of Staff: Mamdani committed to disbanding NYPD's Strategic Response Group
New York City Chief of Staff, Giancarlo Mamdani, has reaffirmed the city's commitment to disbanding the NYPD's Strategic Response Group (SRG).
The SRG was established in 2015 to tackle high-profile crimes and protests, but its tactics have been criticized for being heavy-handed and discriminatory. Mamdani's statement follows a city council vote to dissolve the unit.
No official timeline has been announced for the SRG's disbandment, but the city has pledged to reform its policing practices and prioritize community engagement.
