Justice in Practice: A Conversation with Manhattan DA Alvin L. Bragg, Jr.

In this episode of NYCLA Amicus Curiae with host Daniel K. Wiig, we are joined by Alvin L. Bragg, Jr., the 37th District Attorney of New York County covering Manhattan, who was reelected to a second term in November 2025. District Attorney Bragg reflects on his professional path and the experiences that shaped his approach to public service, drawing on his work as an Assistant Attorney General in New York, an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York, and Chief Deputy Attorney General overseeing major criminal and civil matters. The conversation explores key moments from his first term as Manhattan District Attorney, including a discussion of select initiatives and priorities within the office. DA Bragg shares insights into how these efforts fit into broader goals of public safety, fairness, and accountability. Looking ahead, DA Bragg outlines objectives for his second term, including the balance between individual accountability and systemic accountability, efforts to address gun violence and the rise of ghost guns, and the office's approach to emerging challenges in the cryptocurrency space, including enforcement under New York's Crypto Act. The episode concludes with reflections on leadership, responsibility, and the role of the District Attorney in a complex and evolving legal landscape.   More information about District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr.