Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of New Yorkers. However, he appears to be lenient on criminals and undocumented immigrants while harshly prosecuting Good Samaritans and politicians he disagrees with.
During his tenure, Bragg has chosen not to prosecute fare evasion, resisting arrest, and other offenses, opting to avoid pre-trial detention whenever possible. This leniency has resulted in repeat offenders being released back into society to commit more crimes, leading to a surge in felony crime rates in New York City.
While criminals seem to evade consequences, Bragg has targeted individuals like Jose Alba, who defended himself during an attack at the bodega where he worked; Daniel Penny, a Marine veteran who was recently acquitted after intervening in a dangerous situation on the subway; and President Donald J. Trump, whom Bragg pursued vigorously on charges that were deemed weak by federal prosecutors and legal experts.
Instead of ensuring public safety, Bragg’s actions have intensified racial and political tensions in New York City.
Throughout Bragg’s tenure, Governor Hochul has been in power, observing silently as he undermines trust in the justice system and fails to uphold his duties as District Attorney.