Officials Increase Security Measures in Response to Calls for Violence and Global Protests

New York City Mayor Eric Adams expressed concern over calls for violence in response to the Hamas attacks on Israel but assured that there are currently no credible threats to the city. Officials are preparing for large-scale protests on Friday and are working with law enforcement. New York Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized that there are no active threats to the state and urged New Yorkers to continue their normal routines. The Los Angeles Police Department also stated that there are no specific or credible threats to the city. The White House confirmed that 27 Americans have been killed in the attacks, and efforts are being made to disrupt any potential threats.