NYC Mayor Mamdani briefs security arrangements ahead of UN General Assembly

New York is stepping up security ahead of the United Nations General Assembly high-level General Debate, beginning September 22. Mayor Zohran Mamdani, NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch and law-enforcement partners are briefing the public on preparations for the arrival of world leaders, diplomats and large crowds. Security, traffic, demonstrations and public safety will be key challenges as NYC prepares to host the annual global gathering.