Nydia Velázquez: “I agree with you that we need to de-politicize that process.”

Today’s groundbreaking is the culmination of years of organizing by residents and community leaders for solutions to North Brooklyn's housing crisis.

When agents hide their faces and identities they create chaos, fear, and open the door to abuse.

You know how we win? Not by chanting, but by knocking on doors.

Dozens of homes and businesses across Queens and the surrounding boroughs suffered major damage, and many are still working to get back on their feet.