Criticism of New York Leaders for Failed Criminal Justice Reforms

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres criticizes New York leaders for failed criminal justice reforms that led to the murders of three people by a violent, mentally ill man released from custody early. Torres calls for accountability and prevention of such tragedies.

Rep. Jamaal Bowman's Rally in the Bronx

Rep. Jamaal Bowman of New York criticized AIPAC and expressed strong language at a rally in the Bronx, with Rep. Ritchie Torres calling his behavior 'unhinged.' The rally was attended by progressive figures like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders in support of Bowman's campaign.

Columbia University Leadership and Student Protests

Rep. Ritchie Torres suggests that decisive leadership could have resolved the situation at Columbia University, emphasizing the need for accountability and consequences for violating school policy or the law.