Trump will hold a rally at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. Find street closures, security details and more

NEW YORK — The New York City Police Department is stepping up security outside Madison Square Garden ahead former President Donald Trump’s campaign rally on Sunday.

Trump is set to take the stage at the iconic venue at 5 p.m

Mayor Eric Adams joined Acting Police Commissioner Thomas Donlon and members of the NYPD late Saturday afternoon, saying the department was fully prepared for the rally.

Street closures around Madison Square Garden due to Trump rally

The following streets will be closed to both motorists and pedestrians beginning early Sunday morning:

• 33rd Street between Sixth Avenue and Eighth Avenue
• 32nd Street between Sixth Avenue and Seventh Avenue
• 31st Street between Sixth Avenue and Eighth Avenue
• 30th Street between Sixth Avenue and Eighth Avenue

Additionally, Seventh Avenue will be closed to pedestrians from 34th Street to 29th Street.

Subway service will not be affected, and New Yorkers are encouraged to take the train if they are heading to the rally or the surrounding area. Adams says there will be “special procedures” for riders exiting the stations around Madison Square Garden.

Anyone who does not need to be in the area is encouraged to avoid it.

NYPD steps up security outside MSG for Trump campaign rally

Heavy weapons teams and counter-terrorism units will be in the area on Sunday, officials say.

“Tomorrow’s rally will be safe, it will be secure, and we’re doing everything we can to minimize the impact on New Yorkers, but again, if you don’t need to be in the MSG area tomorrow, please don’t,” Donlon. said.

Officials say there are no credible threats to the event.

The city is anticipating protesters, but the mayor says the NYPD is ready to respond.

“While we always respect and protect the right to peaceful protest, there will be zero tolerance for crime, blocking traffic, graffiti or disorderly behavior,” Adams said.