During a press conference Tuesday evening, Big Apple Mayor Eric Adams called out professional agitators who are using college children — radicalizing them for political purposes.
“What should have been a peaceful protest, it has basically been co-opted by professional outside agitators. We were extremely cautious about releasing our intel information because our goal was to ensure the safety of the students, the faculty, and without destruction to property,” Adams said. “We have sounded the alarm several times before about external actors who attempted to hijack this private protest.”
“These external actors are obviously not students, and their presence on campus is a violation of Columbia’s clearly stated policy,” Adams said. “This group…is an outside agitator with a history of escalating a situation and trying to create chaos. It is our belief they are now actively co-opting what should be a peaceful gathering. This is to serve their own agenda. They are not here to promote peace or unity or allow a peaceful display of one’s voice. They are here to create discord and divisiveness.”
Adams issued a warning to professional agitators: walk away “now.”
Watch recent comments from Adams below:
NYC Mayor Eric Adams on the occupation of Columbia's Hamilton Hall:
"While those who broke into the building did include students, it was led by individuals who are not affiliated with the university." pic.twitter.com/Z85qzp29ES
— The Post Millennial (@TPostMillennial) May 1, 2024
NYC Mayor Eric Adams says pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia were co-opted by external actors:
"Young people are being influenced by those who are professionals at radicalizing our children." pic.twitter.com/RSPWsz5AXS
— The Post Millennial (@TPostMillennial) May 1, 2024
