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In a sharp critique of New York Governor Kathy Hochul, Malliotakis addressed the apparent disconnect between the governor’s statements regarding subway safety and the reality faced by everyday commuters. On the day of the aforementioned murder, Hochul had been in the city promoting increased security measures, including the deployment of National Guard troops. Congresswoman Malliotakis suggested that while Hochul continues to ride the subway with personal security, ordinary citizens are left to navigate a potentially dangerous environment without adequate police presence.