Jessica Tisch Sworn In as Second Female and Fourth NYPD Commissioner

Nov 25, 2024, 12:02 PM

Jessica Tisch was sworn in as the new NYPD Commissioner on Monday, becoming the second woman in the department's 179-year history to hold this position. Tisch, who previously served as the New York City Sanitation Commissioner, is a Harvard-educated member of the family that owns the New York Giants. Her appointment marks her as the fourth police commissioner under Mayor Eric Adams' administration. Mayor Adams praised Tisch for her leadership and vision, emphasizing her role in continuing to drive down crime in the city. Tisch's tenure at the NYPD began 16 years ago, and she is expected to bring her experience and innovative approach to her new role.