US EditionICE Is Recruiting NYPD Officers After Zohran Mamdani’s Victory
Amid concerns over forced overtime and low wages, ICE targets NYPD officers with recruitment ads following a contentious mayoral election, Police Benevolent Association president said.
- On Friday, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted an Instagram recruitment urging officers to `Defend the Homeland` and to `work for a President and a Secretary who support and defend law enforcement`, appearing aimed at New York City police after Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's victory.
- Recent statements show Mamdani has apologized, denied defunding the police, and pledged to retain Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, despite past criticism of the NYPD, including calling to #DefundTheNYPD.
- ICE recruited NYPD officers, with photographs showing agents at 26 Federal Plaza and an arrest linked to the October 21, 2025, Chinatown raid, while the post included a recruitment link saying `Join an agency that respects you`.
- Public Advocate Jumaane Williams said the ad is an attempt to sow chaos, while Patrick Hendry warned `more talented cops will walk out the door` and Lander called it alarming.
- Observers note recruiting ads targeting New York City officers have been recurring, while ICE's outreach fits a broader Department of Homeland Security push after recent federal funding, and the Police Benevolent Association warns `more talented cops will walk out the door`.
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