During remarks in Ocala, an official who identified themself as governor criticized the newly elected New York City mayor and connected public‑safety concerns to migration decisions.

The speaker described a contrast between Florida and New York City, saying, "he's basically a communist," and later asserted the mayor "wanted to abolish the NYPD." The speaker framed those positions as part of a political and ideological difference and suggested they could drive residents to leave metropolitan areas and consider moving to Florida.

The speaker said public safety is the leading factor that prompts residents to move: "The number 1 thing that causes people to say, I'm out, is when public safety deteriorates." The transcript records these as the speaker's views and assertions; the remarks did not include independent data, nor did the transcript record responses from the mayor's office or other officials.

No formal policy actions were announced in the speech; the comments were presented as political critique and contrast.