Mayor Mamdani's First 100 Days Criticized by NYPD Insiders

Police sources say the new mayor has fallen short in supporting the department

Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:35pm

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According to NYPD insiders, Mayor Zohran Mamdani has failed to adequately support the police department during his first 100 days in office, despite progress made in fighting crime across New York City.

Why it matters

Mamdani's relationship with the NYPD is crucial for maintaining public safety and reducing crime rates in the city. Any perceived lack of support from the mayor could undermine morale and cooperation between City Hall and the police force.

The details

While Mamdani and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch have announced drops in murders and shootings, anonymous NYPD sources say the mayor has not been visible enough at police precincts or events. They claim Mamdani has been more focused on other city services like sanitation and 311 calls rather than directly engaging with the police department.

  • Mamdani and Tisch announced crime drops on April 2, 2026.
  • This story was published on April 12, 2026, covering Mamdani's first 100 days in office.

The players

Zohran Mamdani

The current mayor of New York City.

Jessica Tisch

The New York City Police Commissioner.

NYPD insiders

Anonymous sources within the New York Police Department who are critical of Mayor Mamdani's engagement with the department.

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What they’re saying

“We see him out with sanitation, he's filling in potholes. He's answering 311 calls, he's visiting the 911 operators. I have yet to see him visit a roll call at a precinct.”

— NYPD insider

The takeaway

Mayor Mamdani's relationship with the NYPD will be crucial in the coming months as he seeks to maintain public safety and build trust between City Hall and the police force. His ability to balance support for the department with broader city services will be closely watched.