In May, Adams told Israeli media outlet i24 News that he would ask the City Council for "a complete mask ban" in New York City.
"I am a strong believer in mask bans," Adams said, citing potential antisemitism as a motivating factor.
Adams claimed that masked individuals use "masks to carry out crimes" and stated that people shouldn't be able to conceal their identities, especially during protests.
"You saw it on the college campuses, people are covering their faces. It clearly emboldens individuals when they want to do something improper," Adams said.
"Mayor Adams has been clear that while we will always protect everyone's right to peacefully protest, cowards who hide behind masks to harass and threaten others are unacceptable and should be illegal once again," Adams' spokesperson said Tuesday. "We are examining ways to work with the City Council to pass further legislation on the local level."
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