Overview

• Following recent violent incidents, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the deployment of 750 National Guard members and state troopers to the subway system.
• The move aims to address public unease despite a 13 percent increase in major crimes in the transit system since the start of the year, though overall crime in New York has fallen.
• Critics argue the deployment may not reflect the actual crime rates and could lead to over-policing, particularly affecting Black and brown communities.
• A new study suggests New York City is performing better than expected in controlling gun violence compared to other big cities.
• Proposals to ban individuals convicted of violent crimes from the subway for three years are being debated for their potential impact and constitutionality.