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Forty new American citizens were sworn in on the grounds of King Manor Museum last Friday, pledging their public oath and allegiance to this nation.
Remarks from immigration officials and oaths administered by Judge Sanket J. Bushar of the Eastern District of New York marked the long-awaited day for many, which coincided with Citizenship and Constitution Day.
The naturalization ceremony was part of a larger welcoming of 21,000 citizens in 355 ceremonies across the country last week, according to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Karen Jachero, one of Queens’ newest citizens from Ecuador, said the joyous day was six years in the making.
“I’m excited and ready for my new path as a citizen,” Jachero said, clutching her newly received naturalization documents. “For me it was very important to get U.S. citizenship so I can bring my mom from my country and, of course, to have the right to vote. I was waiting for this for so long.”
Following the ceremony, Jacero and others re-enacted what the founding fathers did 234 years ago: signing their name to the U.S. Constitution.
Bushar spoke to the significance of King Manor Museum, the home of Rufus King, serving as the host for the Friday morning event.
“Decades before the civil war, he spoke out against slavery when it was a radical thing to do,” said Bushar. “He was able to do so because our United States Constitution protects freedom of speech, freedom of expression, and freedom of assembly, rights that are forever shrined in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights.”
The magistrate judge for the Eastern District of New York said his district, which serves over 8 million people, is one of the most diverse places in the country and possibly the world.
“More languages, customs, international cuisine and houses of worship are found here than anywhere else,” said Bushar, who added that his parents became citizens in the 1970’s, shortly after immigrating from India.
“They came in search of opportunities not available anywhere else,” he added. “They first landed in Queens and moved to LeFrak City with only a few dollars to their name and with big dreams. I am grateful that they took this first step that made it possible for me to become a judge.”
The swearing-in ceremony concluded with a final Pledge of Allegiance and the distribution of official documents.
“I am sure you will always hold close to your hearts your native lands and its people and its customs, as you should,” said Bushar. “You today have all made the decision on this day to embrace the United States of America as your country. The United States is richer for all the traditions and history you bring from your native lands.”
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104th Precinct Police Blotter (9/6/2021-9/12/2021
Monday, Sept. 6
James Davenport was arrested at 84-50 Fleet Court for criminal mischief by Officer Dale.
Gisselle Guzman was arrested at 66-38 Hull Avenue for misdemeanor assault by Officer Daddario.
Tuesday, Sept. 7
John Cruz was arrested at 64-02 Catalpa Avenue for misdemeanor assault by Detective Fogus.
Dhameer Hudson was arrested at 64-02 Catalpa Avenue for criminal contempt by Officer Coronado.
Jackson Smith was arrested at 1948 Troutman Street for making graffiti by Officer Valdez.
John Lenahan was arrested at 1948 Troutman Street for making graffiti by Officer Valdez.
Wednesday, Sept. 8
Joffre Navarrete was arrested at 55-62 64th Street for felony assault by Officer Martinez.
Lord Ramos was arrested at 18-78 Bleecker Street for strangulation by Officer Fasano.
Adrain Vasquez was arrested at 64-02 Catalpa Avenue for grand larceny by Detective Fogus.
Sully Cervantes was arrested at 64-02 Catalpa Avenue for menacing by Detective Scrimenti.
Geraldo Oliveras was arrested at 64-02 Catalpa Avenue for strangulation by Detective Palminteri.
David Skeete was arrested at 88-59 82nd Avenue for strangulation by Officer Espinal.
Thursday, Sept. 9
Vania Kalogiannis was arrested at 57-72 75th Street for felony criminal contempt by Officer Foppiano.
Michele Davis was arrested at 60-74 60th Drive for third-degree assault by Detective Palminteri
Jaime Pena was arrested at 60th Lane and Flushing Avenue for possession of a forged instrument by Officer Simone.
Friday, Sept. 10
Jhobari R. Newman was arrested at 1703 Stephen Street for second-degree assault by Officer Porcelli.
Brenda Galicia was arrested at 1702 Woodbine Street for third-degree assault by Officer Gonzalez.
Jose M. Mojica was arrested at Shaler Avenue and 65th Street for grand larceny by Officer Singh.
Xavier Colon was arrested at Shaler Avenue and 65th Street for grand larceny by Officer Singh.
Elizabeth Finnegan was arrested at 1731 Cornelia Street for driving while intoxicated by Officer Fasano.
Jacqueline De La Rosa Sanchez was arrested for third-degree assault by Officer Fleishchman.
Yuly F. Orozco was arrested at 60th Lane and Myrtle Avenue for altered vehicle ID number by Detective Wright.
Anthony Vaglica was arrested at 2224 Harman Street for third-degree assault by Officer Libreros.
Barney LaRocca was arrested at 2224 Harman Street for second-degree assault by Officer Libreros.
Ignacio Davila was arrested at 60-36 Myrtle Avenue for petit larceny by Officer Gluck.
Saturday, Sept. 11
Gladys Lasluisa was arrested at 59-24 56th Drive for robbery by Officer Fleischmann.
Oscar Guaman was arrested at Seneca Avenue and Grove Street for third-degree assault byOfficer Porcelli.
Hakeim Hutchunson was arrested at Putnam Avenue and Fresh Pond Road for possession of a forged instrument by Officer Sheehan.
Julio Cintron was arrested at 62-13 80th Road for third-degree assault by Officer Chowdhury.
Travis Booker was arrested at 83-38 Woodhaven Boulevard for strangulation by Officer Iannuzzi.
Mariana Llangari was arrested at 341 Saint Nicholas for unlicensed bottle club by Officer Petito.
Jorge Fiallos was arrested at 341 Saint Nicholas for unlicensed bottle club by Officer Petito.
Karla Pineda was arrested at 341 Saint Nicholas for unlicensed bottle club by Officer Petito.
Tyrese Jolly was arrested at 71-11 67th Place for criminal contempt by Officer Christodoulou.
Sunday, Sept. 12
Yefri Berboda Duran was arrested at Vermont Place and Cypress Avenue for possession of a forged instrument by Officer Gonzalez.
Railene Morales was arrested at 289 Onderdonk Avenue for third-degree assault by Detective Wright.