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June 6, 2024 | Washington Post

Under pressure, YouTube tightens age limits on gun videos Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg (D) reiterated concerns about YouTube’s handling of ghost guns in April, writing in a letter that related videos were being “actively pushed by YouTube’s algorithms to minors who begin watching clips of video games.”

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June 5, 2024 | City and State

Bragg: Close the voluntary intoxication loophole (Op-Ed) Click For More

It is not morally okay and it should not be legally permissible to have sex with someone who is so intoxicated that they cannot reasonably consent. There should be consequences for that behavior. But New York state law fails to adequately protect those individuals. That needs to change.

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June 5, 2024 | CNN

Man accused of punching actor Steve Buscemi in New York is charged with felony assault Click For More

The person accused of punching actor Steve Buscemi and another man in New York last month has been charged with one count of second-degree assault and two counts of third-degree assault, the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office says.

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June 5, 2024 | GOTHAMIST

YouTube revises guidelines to try and limit gun-related content, Manhattan DA says Click For More

“We have heard firsthand from young individuals that YouTube’s algorithm is driving them to the world of illegal and 3-D printed firearms, which is having a direct impact on the safety of Manhattanites,” Bragg said in a statement on Wednesday.

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June 5, 2024 | AP News

YouTube toughens policy on gun videos and youth; critics say proof will be in enforcement Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg last month called on YouTube to stop the proliferation of firearm-related videos to young users, and told the company it was failing to enforce its own policies. On Wednesday, Bragg said he applauded the company’s new policy.

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June 4, 2024 | Audacy

Man indicted for attacks on Steve Buscemi and another stranger in Manhattan Click For More

“Clifton Williams allegedly assaulted two men who were walking on Third Avenue within the span of ten-minutes. No person should fear for their safety when walking through Manhattan and those who threaten or harm pedestrians will be held accountable,” said D.A. Alvin Bragg. “I hope the victims continue to heal from these unprovoked attacks.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office18 hours ago
“Curtis Brown used extreme violence to manipulate, control, and coerce women to conduct prostitution.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this sentencing for sex trafficking in: https://buff.ly/BIwLcOt
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office5 days ago
“Theodore Tucker allegedly escalated hateful words into senseless gun violence, targeting an innocent stranger because of his sexual orientation.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this indictment: https://buff.ly/Lhg8OAk
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office6 days ago
“The defendant knowingly killed three people by providing them fentanyl-laced drugs.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this guilty plea: