New York Governor Kathy Hochul's administration is scrambling to find a solution to a significant funding gap in the state's budget, as lawmakers continue to grapple with the financial implications of a recent review by the New York Attorney General's office. The review, which is currently underway, is examining the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency's purchase of "electric shock gloves" for use in detainee handling. The purchase has raised concerns about the use of excessive force and potential human rights violations. As the state struggles to address its financial woes, the Hochul administration is being forced to prioritize its spending and allocate resources in a way that may have far-reaching consequences for New Yorkers.
Hochul Administration looks to fill federal funding gap as NY AG reviews ICE purchase of ‘electric shock gloves’ news10.com
