Embattled Democrat Mayor Eric Adams stepped forward on Saturday to defend President Donald Trump against the dangerous rhetoric from Democrats who have labeled Trump a “fascist” and compared him to Adolf Hitler.
The mayor’s remarks came as he outlined the extensive security measures that will be in place for Trump’s highly anticipated rally at Madison Square Garden, scheduled for Sunday.
Whether you’re going to the rally, planning to protest, or you’re just in the area, please remember to be patient amid these security measures. Avoid driving in the area if you can and opt for mass transit instead to get around Midtown.
Security is everyone’s responsibility, so if you see something, say something. I want to also be clear that there will be zero tolerance for crime, disorderly behavior, or violence of any kind. We will always respect and protect the right to protest, but please remember peaceful is key.
Speaking at the press conference, Adams condemned the inflammatory comparisons to Adolf Hitler used by Kamala and some Democrats.
“I have had those terms hurled at me by some political leaders in the city, using terms like Hitler and fascist. My answer is no,” Adams said when asked whether he considered Trump a fascist.
“I know what Hitler has done, and I know what a fascist regime looks like. I think, as I’ve called for over and over again, that we could all dial down the temperature of our conversations.”
Adams was adamant that Trump, like any other American, has the right to freely share his message with New Yorkers.
“I’ve heard people say that the former President should not be able to have a rally in Madison Square Garden. I strongly disagree. This is America; this is New York. I think it’s important that we allow individuals to exercise their right to get their message across to New Yorkers. Our job as a city and as a police department is to make sure they can do that in a peaceful way.”
“We must be extremely cautious. The heat we turn up today, pre-election, is going to be the heat we have to govern in. I think we need to show a level of respectable communication. When people called me a fascist or other names, I didn’t like it. I don’t think it’s fitting to state that the former President is equivalent to Hitler.”
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