Fact Check: Did NYC Hate Crimes Increase 152% in One Year?

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Claimant: Sam Sutton (D)

Claim: Hate crimes in New York City increased by 152% from January 2025 to January 2026.

Rating: MOSTLY TRUE

Explanation: NYPD statistics support the month-to-month comparison, though experts caution against drawing broader conclusions from short-term spikes.

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Date: 05/06/2026

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Last Updated on May 6, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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