The interview began with Mr. Hannity playing a clip of Mr. Bloomberg talking about his stop-and-frisk policy of throwing young men against walls. The mayor’s attacks have angered Mr. Bloomberg’s allies, who have mostly avoided criticizing Mr. de Blasio even during his fleeting run for president last year. Mr. Loeser said it was his decision, not Mr. Bloomberg’s, to speak out against Mr. de Blasio. Mr. de Blasio’s attacks are a desperate attempt to gain relevance, Mr. Loeser said. “It’s no secret that Bill de Blasio loves national politics and loves it more than being mayor,” he said.

Source: New York Times February 27, 2020 19:18 UTC