NYC Mayor Mamdani Defends Sanctuary Policies, Says Pre-K Will Not Check Immigration Status and Blocks ICE From Schools, Hospitals

Zohran Mamdani doubled down on the city’s sanctuary policies, saying universal pre-K programs will not ask about immigration status because “all children are New Yorkers.” He also confirmed that NYC policy denies ICE agents access to schools, hospitals, city buildings, and even contractor properties unless they present a judicial warrant signed by a judge. Supporters call it protecting vulnerable communities. Critics argue it obstructs federal law enforcement and weakens public safety. The debate over sanctuary cities is only intensifying.