Source: Arturo Holmes / GettyLast Friday (July 31), New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointed Jennifer Jones Austin, a notable Black political leader to head the Civilian Complaint Review Board. Austin’s appointment comes amid open criticism of Mamdani’s administration not having sufficient Black representation. “She understands that public safety and accountability go hand in hand, and that trust must be earned through action.” “I’m going to come to this role with an understanding: The N.Y.P.D. Sharpton approved the appointment, as did New York Attorney General Letitia James and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.