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Mamdani moves to sideline NYC police with new safety office under sweeping overhaul

NYC Mayor Creates New Safety Office to Reduce Police Role NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a sweeping public safety overhaul, establishing the Office of Community Safety to shift focus from traditional policing to prevention and community support programs. The new approach prioritizes intervention and social services over enforcement-based strategies. This represents a significant restructuring of how the city addresses crime and public safety.