An incident at a recent FDNY promotion ceremony has sparked controversy and led to an internal investigation within the department. During the ceremony, some first responders were seen cheering for Donald Trump while booing New York Attorney General Letitia James, prompting strong reactions from various parties.
Chief Hodgins, a union leader within the FDNY, expressed concern over the behavior of the first responders, noting that they could have shouted 'lock it up' at any moment during the ceremony. The incident has raised questions about the appropriateness of such actions at an official event.
New York City Councilwoman Joanne Areola has weighed in on the situation, expressing surprise at the backlash that followed the incident. She posed a thought-provoking question, asking whether the reaction would have been the same if the first responders had been chanting in support of someone else, such as chanting 'Biden Biden Biden' or 'tish tish tish.'
The FDNY has taken the matter seriously and launched an internal investigation into the heckling incident. The department is committed to upholding professionalism and respect within its ranks, and any behavior that goes against these values is subject to scrutiny.
As the investigation unfolds, the FDNY will be looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident and taking appropriate action as necessary. The department aims to address any issues that may have arisen during the promotion ceremony and ensure that such behavior is not repeated in the future.
