NYC Mayor: We Have to Keep This City Safe and That's What We Did

The transcript discusses the complexity of protests, highlighting the presence of violent and peaceful elements. It emphasizes the need for restraint and protection, noting that no lives were lost despite some injuries. The speaker reflects on the tactics used, such as avoiding the National Guard and rubber bullets, and stresses the importance of learning from these events. Criminal acts during the protests, particularly in the Bronx, are addressed, along with the challenges of managing arrests. The focus is on ensuring safety and improving future responses to emergency situations.

What specific incidents did the speaker refer to as criminality during the protests?

What measures were taken to ensure the safety and sanitary conditions during the protests?