Elon Musk criticized New York City’s mayor-elect’s appointment of Lillian Bonsignore as the new FDNY commissioner, despite her 31-year tenure and leadership during the pandemic, claiming she was unqualified due to diversity, equity, and inclusion measures. Musk, who has previously voiced strong opposition to DEI, previously endorsed Mamdani’s opponent, and spread misinformation about the election. This controversy comes despite Musk’s past actions, during his time in the federal government, where his team threatened funding for 9/11 firefighter cancer research. Despite Musk’s concerns, Mamdani has expressed support for Bonsignore, highlighting her experience and commitment to the firefighters.
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Mamdani claps back at Musk over criticism of FDNY chief pick, and the entire situation just reeks of absurdity, doesn’t it? It seems almost comical that someone like Elon Musk, who seemingly has his fingers in a million different pies, would even have an opinion on the selection of a Fire Department chief in New York City. The general consensus appears to be: why should he care? What gives him the right to comment?
The criticisms against Musk are sharp, pointing out his apparent lack of relevant knowledge or experience in the field. The feeling is that he’s a self-proclaimed expert on everything, weighed down by a legion of bots that seem to be collating every bit of information for propaganda purposes.… Continue reading
FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker will resign his post on December 19, shortly after the mayoral election. Tucker, who was appointed in 2024, did not give a reason for his departure but thanked Mayor Adams. His successor will be appointed by Zohran Mamdani, who will assume office on January 1, 2026. An interim acting fire commissioner is expected to be named.
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The omission of funding for the World Trade Center Health Program in a recent stopgap spending bill has angered 9/11 first responders and their unions. The bill, intended to avoid a government shutdown, failed to extend funding beyond 2027, despite prior expectations of full funding through 2040. Union representatives expressed outrage at the lack of long-term commitment to care for the thousands suffering from 9/11-related illnesses, emphasizing the ongoing need for treatment and financial security. While some lawmakers have pledged to reinstate the funding, the exclusion underscores a failure to fulfill promises made to these individuals.
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