Despite NYPD Commissioner William Bratton’s request that officers not turn their backs on Mayor Bill de Blasio during the funeral for an officer killed in a brazen attack in December, dozens ignored his wishes, choosing instead to partake in the silent protest. The action defied Bratton’s wishes, but also sent a larger message to […]
During an appearance on CBS’ Face The Nation over the weekend, New York City Police Commissioner William Bratton said it was “inappropriate” for NYPD officers to turn their backs on the mayor. The officers, who were attending the funeral of an NYPD officer who was killed last week in a brazen and tragic attack in Brooklyn, were […]
