Hochul and Adams Weigh Mask Ban on NYC Subways

New York leaders consider reinstating anti-mask laws to curb rising antisemitic incidents and criminal behavior.

Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams discuss partial mask ban on subways after antisemitic acts by masked individuals.
Proposed ban aims to prevent criminals from hiding identities; exemptions for health, religious reasons considered.
Recent subway incident involved masked protesters targeting Jewish passengers, leading to heightened public concern.
New York's previous mask ban, repealed in 2020, had been used to combat groups like the Ku Klux Klan.
Jewish leaders support the ban, citing increased antisemitism and hate crimes in the city.