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NYC Leaders Push for Public Energy Control Amid High Bills

2/21/2026

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Mayor Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America call for public energy control in New York City, criticizing Con Edison for high bills.
Councilwoman Alexis Aviles argues privatization harms outcomes, referencing Puerto Rico's energy crisis.
Former NYC Councilman Joe Borelli says the city operates less efficiently than private companies.
Con Edison defends reliability, saying high property taxes contribute to bills and that it purchases electricity on the wholesale market.

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Mayor Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America call for public energy control in New York City, criticizing Con Edison for high bills.
Councilwoman Alexis Aviles argues privatization harms outcomes, referencing Puerto Rico's energy crisis.
Former NYC Councilman Joe Borelli says the city operates less efficiently than private companies.
Con Edison defends reliability, saying high property taxes contribute to bills and that it purchases electricity on the wholesale market.