Newark To Move Forward With Police Layoffs
The City of Newark announced Tuesday evening that it will lay off 167 police officers effective on November 30.
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The City of Newark announced Tuesday evening that it will lay off 167 police officers effective on November 30.
The union for Newark police made the decision after a morning public appeal from Mayor Cory Booker. 167 officers would be be laid off if no agreement is reached.
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