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Ex-NYPD Chief Warns of Police Exodus If Mamdani Wins

10/13/2025

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In Albany, former NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly warned on WABC 770 AM of a police exodus if mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani wins.
Kelly labeled Mamdani antisemitic and said he poses a threat to the NYPD.
He noted officer departures began under Mayor Adams and could worsen under a socialist mayor.
Mamdani has faced backlash for past comments calling police racist and a threat to public safety.

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In Albany, former NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly warned on WABC 770 AM of a police exodus if mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani wins.
Kelly labeled Mamdani antisemitic and said he poses a threat to the NYPD.
He noted officer departures began under Mayor Adams and could worsen under a socialist mayor.
Mamdani has faced backlash for past comments calling police racist and a threat to public safety.