David Weprin

10/07/2026

Today marks three years since October 7th. It was a day when Israel suffered unimaginable loss, and Jewish communities around the world were left grieving and forever changed. Innocent civilians were killed, families were torn apart, and 251 people were taken hostage.

The pain, grief, and horror of that day continue to be felt by countless families. It was the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust, reopening wounds that carry generations of pain and showing the devastating human cost of hatred and antisemitism.

We must keep the memory of those we lost alive, stand firmly against antisemitism wherever it appears, and ensure that the lessons of that terrible day are never forgotten.

09/20/2026

At sundown, the holiest day of the year for the Jewish community begins.
I want to wish all an easy, meaningful, and reflective fast on this Yom Kippur.

09/11/2026

Today we remember the thousands lost in the September 11th terrorist attacks. We honor the heroes who ran toward danger and we will keep their loved ones close to our hearts. Twenty-five years later, the impact of that terrible day is still felt deeply, and we must never forget the legacy of those who showed courage in the face of tragedy.

I had the honor of speaking at the North Shore Towers and Country Club 9/11 memorial ceremony. I also want to thank Romeo Hitlall, founder of the Richmond Hill-South Ozone Park Lions Club, for inviting me to the 9/11 wreath-laying at the RH Triangle.

09/11/2026

I want to wish everyone a happy and meaningful New Year. During Rosh Hashanah, we take time to reflect on the year behind us and look toward the year ahead with hope. May this new year bring peace, good health, and sweetness to our friends, families, and communities. Shana Tova!

08/27/2026

This morning I joined Governor Kathy Hochul and Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz who announced the sentencing of Jaime Huiracocha (53) and Victor Murillo (34). Both were found guilty of charges related to staging 3 crashes on NYC highways and seeking fraudulent insurance payouts for damages and injuries.

Staged car crashes aren’t just cases of insurance fraud - they're a serious public safety threat! Innocent New Yorkers have been deliberately targeted in staged collisions as part of larger fraud scheme - thankfully they were caught on dashboard cameras.

I applaud Governor Hochul, Queens DA Katz, the New York State Department of Financial Services, law enforcement, and everyone working to crack down on staged crashes, protect innocent drivers, and ensure that wrongdoers are held to account and New Yorkers aren’t left paying the price for organized insurance fraud.

08/21/2026

08/20/2026

Free live jazz at Cunningham Park tonight at 7:00 PM!

The Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens College continues the Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series with Brass Queens, a female-led, Brooklyn-based brass band blending the energy of New York with the vibrant traditions of New Orleans brass music.

https://kupferbergcenter.org/event/qjt-bqueens/

08/19/2026

My office has been made aware of a fatal construction accident that occurred on Turdor Road earlier this week.
A "Stop Work" Order has been issued and NYC Buildings investigations are ongoing.
We will continue to monitor this situation.

I wish to send my heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the construction worker who died in this tragic accident.

08/15/2026