Zohran Mamdani, a socialist candidate for NYC mayor, faces criticism for living in a rent-stabilized apartment while earning nearly $150,000 annually. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo criticized him for this situation, claiming it contradicts affordable housing principles. A complaint was filed with New York's ethics commission questioning the legitimacy of Mamdani's tenancy timeline and potential gifts related to securing the apartment. Observations indicate that the average rent for similar apartments in Astoria exceeds what Mamdani pays, raising further scrutiny over his housing situation.
‘Questions have been raised in public discussion about the timeline of his tenancy in relation to when New York State ethics rules apply to elected officials. If at the start of Mr. Mamdani's tenancy, the relevant ethics regulations were applicable to him, then it could be appropriate to investigate whether any assistance he may have received in securing a rent-stabilized apartment qualified as a gift under the law.’
‘It has been reported that New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani resides in a one-bedroom, rent-stabilized apartment in the Astoria neighborhood of Queens. In public statements, Mr. Mamdani has said his monthly rent is approximately $2,300. According to publicly available rental market data, the average rent for a comparable one-bedroom in Astoria is about $3,002.’
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