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NYC Mayor Advocates Pied-à-Terre Tax Amid War Disagreements

4/18/2026

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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he communicates with U.S. President Donald Trump, despite disagreements over the $30 billion Iran war.
Mamdani opposes the war, arguing it diverts funds from supporting working-class Americans.
He supports a pied-à-terre tax on luxury homes to raise revenue for essential city services.
Governor Kathy Hochul backs the plan as equity for non-resident property owners, signaling cross-partisan engagement for New York City's needs.

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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he communicates with U.S. President Donald Trump, despite disagreements over the $30 billion Iran war.
Mamdani opposes the war, arguing it diverts funds from supporting working-class Americans.
He supports a pied-à-terre tax on luxury homes to raise revenue for essential city services.
Governor Kathy Hochul backs the plan as equity for non-resident property owners, signaling cross-partisan engagement for New York City's needs.