No credible threats in NYC ahead of 'Day of Rage' protests: Officials
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said there are "no credible or specific threats" against the city ahead of Friday, when Hamas is calling on their supporters to hold worldwide "Day of Rage" protests that could turn violent.
"We are deeply disturbed by the message of hate. It is not acceptable," Adams said during a briefing.
The mayor said he has directed the NYPD to surge additional resources to schools and houses of worship "to ensure that they are safe." Police are also stepping up patrols in certain neighborhoods, he said.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul also said at the briefing there is no intelligence "showing any active threats" in the state but "we will continue to exercise elevated vigilance."
She said state police have been "fully activated" and the National Guard has been directed to patrol key transportation hubs.
"There's no reason to feel afraid," Hochul said.