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Port Authority retired officers urge Mamdani and Hochul to skip 9/11 memorial
The Port Authority Retired Police Association has formally requested that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul refrain from attending the 25th anniversary memorial ceremony for the September 11 terrorist attacks at Ground Zero.
In letters sent in mid-August, Association President John McDevitt argued that the commemoration should serve as a solemn day of remembrance for victims, survivors, and first responders rather than a political event or a platform for elected officials. The association cited concerns regarding Mayor Mamdani’s political positions and past public comments, suggesting his presence could be hurtful to the 9/11 community.
The association highlighted its deep personal connection to the site, noting that 37 Port Authority police officers and 47 other members of the Port Authority community were killed during the attacks. While the association suggested the officials honor the day through written statements or separate ceremonies, Mamdani has indicated his intention to participate in the commemoration.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Thirty-seven Port Authority police officers and 47 other Port Authority community members were killed in the September 11 attacks. internewscast.com · www.shalom.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Port Authority Retired Police Association has requested that NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul skip the 25th anniversary 9/11 memorial ceremony. internewscast.com · rairfoundation.com · www.shalom.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] The association expressed concerns regarding Mayor Mamdani’s past public comments, political relationships, and policy positions. internewscast.com · www.shalom.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mayor Zohran Mamdani has stated his intention to participate in the commemoration. www.shalom.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] John McDevitt, president of the Port Authority Retired Police Association, sent letters to Mamdani and Hochul on August 14. internewscast.com · www.shalom.it