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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 5, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Osvaldo Marrero For Fatal NYCHA Shooting Click For More

“Today Osvaldo Marrero was held accountable for killing Mr. Holley as he walked away,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We are working hard to address gun violence through proposing legislative fixes, investing in our communities and getting serious drivers of violence off our streets.”  

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June 5, 2024

D.A. Bragg Applauds YouTube For Changing Firearm Content Guidelines In Response To Advocacy From Office Click For More

“We applaud YouTube for implementing these important commonsense fixes to their community guidelines, which will further limit dangerous videos and minimize firearm content for minors,” said District Attorney Bragg.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office5 hours ago
“Crypto is the go-to means for bad actors to move and hide the proceeds of crime.” – D.A. Bragg. Watch here to learn more about our new bill with @senatormyrie to combat the use of cryptocurrency to commit crimes and launder proceeds.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office6 hours ago
Today with NYS Senator Zellnor Y. Myrie 米维 we announced the introduction of the “CRYPTO” Act to create a new law that makes operating a virtual currency business without a license a crime in New York State. “Crypto is the go-to means for bad actors to move and hide the proceeds of crime. It is long past time for businesses that operate without a virtual currency license and flout due diligence requirements to face criminal penalties.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more: https://manhattanda.org/d-a-bragg-senator-myrie-announce-new-bill-to-combat-use-of-cryptocurrency-to-commit-crimes/
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office9 hours ago
ICYMI: Watch here as D.A. Bragg discusses our work to pursue systemic accountability in the crypto market that will help us keep New Yorkers safe.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office