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Mamdani Taps Ex-Biden Official to Audit NYPD Over Sanctuary Law Compliance. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed former Biden administration official Bitta Mostofi to audit city agencies for violations of sanctuary laws. Mostofi, who previously served at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, will lead reviews of six municipal agencies, including the NYPD and Department of Correction. The audits aim to strengthen compliance with local rules limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement under Donald Trump’s renewed deportation push. Mostofi said the review could recommend policy changes, tighter accountability measures and greater transparency within city agencies. The move follows findings under former Mayor Eric Adams that some city employees improperly shared information with federal immigration officials. New York’s sanctuary laws restrict city workers from aiding civil immigration enforcement or granting federal agents access to municipal property without judicial warrants. The audits will also examine agencies such as social services, health, probation and the Administration for Children’s Services. Reports identifying loopholes and proposed fixes must be submitted to the mayor by May 7, potentially paving the way for stricter penalties for violations.
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