GOP's NYC Crime Hearing Draws Criticism and Controversy.

A field hearing organized by House Judiciary Republicans in New York City to discuss high crime rates under Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's leadership turned into a raucous four-hour event with numerous interruptions from the audience and Democratic lawmakers accusing the GOP of aiding a political ally facing criminal charges. Witnesses expressed frustration at not getting more time to respond to Democrats' talking points, and Bragg's office pushed back on GOP claims that the city is overwhelmed by crime. The hearing marked a shift in how Democrats have handled off-site hearings, with lawmakers otherwise not serving on the Judiciary Committee participating.