Housing board votes to freeze New York rents in victory for Mamdani
The decision was welcomed by many tenants - but landlords fear it will worsen housing conditions.
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"It was a historic victory for New York City tenants."
— Zohran Mamdani , Politician
Key People
Progressive challenger who defeated Dan Goldman in New York's 10th congressional district.
Assemblywoman who won her primary race in New York's 7th district.
Doctoral student and candidate who won in New York's 13th district.
Mayor of New York City.
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The decision was welcomed by many tenants - but landlords fear it will worsen housing conditions.
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