Bernard Kerik, who significantly impacted New York City's law enforcement as police commissioner during the 9/11 attacks, died at 69 following a private illness. Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani mourned him as a brother, while NYC Mayor Eric Adams noted their long friendship. Kerik's career was marred by a conviction for tax fraud in 2009, resulting in a near-four-year prison sentence, though he received a presidential pardon from Donald Trump in 2020. His controversial life reflects both his heroic contributions and his dramatic fall from grace.
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that Bernard Kerik's death came after a 'private battle with illness,' marking the end of a tumultuous life.
Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani, visibly emotional, expressed his deep bond with Kerik, declaring, 'We've been together since the beginning. He's like my brother... I was a better man for having known Bernie.'
New York City Mayor Eric Adams highlighted his long friendship with Kerik, stating the two had known each other for nearly 30 years and had shared many experiences.
Kerik's rise as a hero post-9/11 led to his nomination for Homeland Security head, but a major fall due to tax fraud landed him in prison for nearly four years.
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