Hiram Monserrate
Hiram Monserrate is a former New York State Senator known for his advocacy on community issues, particularly in Queens. He has been vocal about the growing crime and gang activity in his constituency, recently urging FBI Director Kash Patel to take action against the illegal sex work and drug dealing that have reportedly overtaken the Roosevelt Avenue area. Monserrate's efforts are part of a broader push by local leaders to address what they describe as a 'gangland' situation affecting the safety and quality of life in their neighborhoods.
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Former Democratic state Sen. Hiram Monserrate welcomed news of increased FBI enforcement.
FBI steps up pressure on gangs in AOC’s Queens red-light district
United States· 2025-09-28
Former Democrat state Sen. Hiram Monserrate, who has long organized rallies against Roosevelt Avenue brothels and joined the call for expanded federal action, praised the NYPD and recent federal arrests but said those efforts still fall short of dismantling entrenched brothel and trafficking networks.
Fed-up leaders in AOC’s ‘red light’ district urge FBI to crush brothel crisisUnited States· 2025-09-05
Former Democrat state Senator Hiram Monserrate praised the takedown of the gang.
Feds bust violent migrant gang that ruled AOC's 'Red Light' districtUnited States· 2025-07-10
Hiram Monserrate led the campaign to shutter the 'bodega brothel' and praised the police for their actions.
Notorious 'bodega brothel' closed in AOC's district; locals criticize her inactionUnited States· 2025-05-16
Former Democrat state Senator Hiram Monserrate is advocating for an investigation into the worsening situation in his community.
Kash Patel urged to crush gangs locals say running AOC's 'Red Light' districtUnited States· 2025-04-19