A terrorist attack was narrowly avoided at a protest in New York City on Saturday after two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were deployed but failed to detonate.

The incident has raised serious questions about public safety, protest security, and the NYPD’s response posture at mass gatherings.

In this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered, John, Eric & Marlon breaks down the facts surrounding the failed attack, including:

• What actually happened at the protest
• The role of counterterrorism and protest policing
• Why mass protests are considered soft targets for terrorism
• The ongoing debate about the NYPD Strategic Response Group (SRG)
• Whether current protest policing policies leave NYC vulnerable

New York City remains one of the top terrorism targets in the world, and this incident highlights the growing tension between public safety, politics, and protest management.

Fortunately, the devices failed to detonate but the situation could have ended very differently.

This episode examines the security gaps, policy decisions, and leadership choices that may have contributed to the risk.

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On the Executive Perspective episode 55, Ron and Rob delve into the NYPD’s preparedness and response to the ISIS-inspired improvised explosive device (IED) attack in New York City over the weekend. They scrutinize the limitations imposed on the NYPD by the 2023 Protest Settlement Agreement signed by Mayor Eric Adams and now enforced by Mayor Mamdani. They question how these limitations hindered the NYPD’s ability to maintain public order leading up to the bombing attempts.

They will give their executive perspective on the response by the NYPD and its leadership in the aftermath of the attempted bombing attack

Furthermore, they explore the potential consequences of Mayor Mamdani’s persistent push to disband the Strategic Response Group (SRG), the NYPD’s specialized unit responsible for public order and counter-terrorism. They raise concerns about the increased risk to citizens and law enforcement if the SRG is disbanded.

The conversation will also examine Mayor Mamdani’s response to the attack, particularly his delayed public appearance after two days and his refusal to publicly identify the Islamic extremists responsible. Initially, he blamed the “white supremacist” Jake Lang for the incident.

Additionally, they will discuss Police Commissioner Tisch’s statement at a press conference with federal authorities, where she affirmed that the NYPD will not change its approach to policing 1st amendment activities (protests) in the future.

The members of the NYPD place their lives on the line every day they “go out the door.” Is the NYPD and NYC leadership doing everything in their power to ensure their safety?

Join the interactive chat for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion.

Link to the NYC Protest Settlement Agreement:

https://www.nyc.gov/assets/home/downloads/pdf/press-releases/2023/ecf-settlement-agreement.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery

With a combined 65 years of service in the NYPD, over 40 of which were in the executive ranks, retired Deputy Chief Rob Lukach and retired Inspector Ron Leyson offer an unparalleled analysis of policy, procedure, and leadership in the NYPD and law enforcement in general. On their podcast, Ron and Rob engage in a lively discussion, debate, and dissection of current high-profile incidents and topics of concern to rank-and-file members from their unique "Executive Perspective."

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On this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, retired NYPD Lieutenants John Macari and Eric Dym sit down with former New York City Councilman Bob Holden to discuss the wave of legislation passed over the last several years that many believe has weakened the NYPD and undermined public safety in New York City.

Holden, one of the few voices in the City Council who consistently pushed back against anti-police legislation, breaks down how laws like the How Many Stops Act, expanded oversight mandates, and other policing reforms have changed the way officers operate on the streets.

The conversation dives into how political pressure, ideology, and City Hall decision-making have impacted police morale, officer recruitment, and the ability of the NYPD to proactively prevent crime and maintain order in America’s largest city.

John, Eric, and Bob discuss:

• The specific NYC laws that critics say “handcuffed” police officers
• How City Council politics shaped NYPD policy
• The impact these laws have had on officer morale and retention
• Whether New York City can restore proactive policing
• What reforms are needed to rebuild public safety

This is a candid conversation about policing, politics, and the future of public safety in New York City.

Subscribe to The Finest Unfiltered for real conversations about policing, crime, and the policies shaping New York City.

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