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M.B. Mack

NYC Mayor Defends NYPD Officers Record $1 Billion in Overtime Pay in 2024: 'Every Dollar Needed to Keep the City Safe'

Adams, a former NYPD Captain, has been a long-time critic of sanctuary city laws. His stance has been highlighted as he cozies up to the Trump administration. (Credit: Getty Images)

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has defended the NYPD's record-breaking $1 billion in overtime pay in 2024, despite mounting criticism over budget allocation and financial priorities.

New York City has long grappled with balancing public safety and fiscal responsibility. Under Mayor Adams, police overtime costs have surged, surpassing previous records, even as he previously pledged to rein in such spending, Gothamist reported.

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