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Landlords Blast Tenant Director Over Controversial Remarks

3/1/2026

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New York City landlords criticized Cea Weaver, director of the Mayor’s Office to Protect Tenants, for linking homeownership to white supremacy; she expressed regret without a formal apology.
Jan Lee, a landlord, says the remarks insult immigrant property owners and overlook their experiences.
The Mamdani administration's tenant-focused agenda has widened the divide between City Hall and property owners.
Owners feel targeted by housing-policy rhetoric, risking impacts on property management.

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New York City landlords criticized Cea Weaver, director of the Mayor’s Office to Protect Tenants, for linking homeownership to white supremacy; she expressed regret without a formal apology.
Jan Lee, a landlord, says the remarks insult immigrant property owners and overlook their experiences.
The Mamdani administration's tenant-focused agenda has widened the divide between City Hall and property owners.
Owners feel targeted by housing-policy rhetoric, risking impacts on property management.