Dozens of illegal vendors swarm Brooklyn Bridge, crowd out licensed counterparts including disabled vets

Source: New York Post

Dozens of unlicensed vendors have illegally swarmed the Brooklyn Bridge to hawk cheap New York City souvenirs and fruit cups — while their licensed competition, including disabled veterans, say they’re being pushed out and unable to make a living. The Post counted roughly 42 vendors across the historic span on Sunday and spotted one brazenly spreading out dozens of New York canvas bags directly in front of a “no vending allowed” sign. 4 Street vendors sell souvenirs on the walkway of the Brooklyn Bridge on Sunday, August 23, 2026, in New York City.