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Power & Politics: Mayor blocks ban on solitary confinement; previewing the Democratic National Convention

Council Member Alexa Aviles and Assembly Member and delegate Rodeynese Bichotte Hermelyn join the show this week.

News 12 Staff

Aug 4, 2024, 12:44 PM

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This week, Mayor Eric Adams made a last-minute move to block a bill that would ban solitary confinement after a back and forth to pass it earlier this year.

Amanda Bossard was joined by Council Member Alexa Aviles who represents Brooklyn's 38th District to discuss the move and more.

Also, Assembly Member and delegate Rodeynese Bichotte Hermelyn discusses the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

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