Kathy Hochul

I’m here to say: New York hasn’t labored under a king in over 250 years and we are not — we sure as hell are not going to start now.

But if it is not resolved, I will send in the National Guard to secure the facilities in question.

My administration and I have been and will continue meeting with union leadership to resolve this situation immediately.

These disruptive and unsanctioned work stoppages by some correction officers must end as they are jeopardizing the safety of their colleagues, the prison population, and causing undue fear for the residents in the surrounding communities.

This is an attack on our sovereign identity, our independence from Washington.

New York hasn't laboured under a king in over 250 years and we sure as hell are not going to start now.

We are a nation of laws, not ruled by a king.

We are not subservient to a king or anyone else out of Washington.

That said, the alleged conduct at City Hall that has been reported over the past two weeks is troubling and cannot be ignored.

The illegal and unlawful actions being taken by a number of correction officers must end immediately. We will not allow these individuals to jeopardize the safety of their colleagues, incarcerated people and the residents of communities…

I have directed my administration to meet with union leadership to resolve this situation and have also ordered the National Guard be mobilized to secure our correctional facilities in the event it is not resolved by (Wednesday)

I’m here to say New York hasn’t labored under a king in over 250 years. And we sure as hell are not going to start now.

In what world should we be standing down to the will of another state?

The safety and security of the staff and incarcerated population is paramount to me.

I am directing everyone involved in these unlawful strikes to stop these actions immediately. Legal action has already commenced to ensure compliance.

The deputy mayor resignations raise serious questions about the long-term future of this mayoral administration.

The alleged conduct at City Hall that has been reported over the past two weeks is troubling and cannot be ignored.

Overturning the will of the voters is a serious step that should not be taken lightly.

It would spark a furious outcry from Adams and his backers, who are now seeking to rally support from Black voters.

We need a path forward.

A decision to remove the mayor from office would mark the first time a New York governor has ever exercised this power.

The charges against these individuals are sickening and all New Yorkers should join together to condemn this horrific act.

The allegations are extremely concerning and serious.

I recognize the immense responsibility I hold as governor and the constitutional powers granted to this office.

In the 235 years of New York State history, these powers have never been utilized to remove a duly-elected mayor; overturning the will of the voters is a serious step that should not be taken lightly.