Good Morning, New York! NYC's Rent Guidelines Board gears up for a politically charged vote on rent increases, with landlords saying freezing the rent would be a death blow to the city’s struggling real estate sector. Meanwhile Mamdani says we shouldn’t have billionaires on NBC, and Stefanik is the frontrunner in GOP primary polling. This is your Tammany Times AM Briefing for Monday, June 30th, 2025.

WHERE’S KATHY: In New York City and Erie County, delivering remarks at an unemployment insurance rally, and then making a gun violence prevention announcement.

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Hall Monitors

— NYC's Rent Guidelines Board gears up for a politically charged vote on rent increases, with tenant advocates pushing for a freeze. Assemblymember and mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani has amplified the issue, promising to appoint board members who'd never raise rents. But landlords warn against political interference, saying a rent freeze would be an illegal abuse of process that ignores the rising costs of building maintenance and mortgages. (Gothamist)

— The NYPD is seeing red after the Gay Officers Action League (GOAL) was barred from marching in Sunday's Pride March in uniform for a third year. Heritage of Pride says it's about the no-weapons policy, while police officials call the exclusion 'disgraceful,' especially since officers protecting politicians at the event were armed. While GOAL feels Pride is about inclusion, parade organizers are holding firm on their policy. (amNY)

— NYC is betting big on 'clubhouses' for people with serious mental illness, pouring millions into expanding these social hubs. But the push to triple enrollment and consolidate contracts has sparked concerns, with some smaller clubhouses fighting to stay afloat after losing city funding. Despite the drama, the Adams administration maintains that larger clubhouses will improve service quality, while the City Council continues to support smaller ones. (Gothamist)

Capitol Gains

— NYC mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani stirred the pot by declaring, 'I don’t think that we should have billionaires' on Meet the Press. The self-proclaimed democratic socialist wants to tax the wealthiest New Yorkers to improve quality of life for everyone, but billionaire Bill Ackman is already pledging to fund a challenger. Meanwhile, Trump is threatening to cut federal funding to the city if Mamdani doesn't 'do the right thing.' (NBC News)

— Gov. Hochul is sounding the alarm about proposed federal policies that she says could devastate the North Country. Speaking in Saranac Lake, Hochul railed against the "One Big, Beautiful Bill Act," warning of deep cuts to Medicaid and other crucial programs. Tourism and agriculture are also feeling the pinch, especially due to strained relations with Canada and restrictive immigration policies. (Adirondack Explorer)

— Mount Vernon's mayor is in hot water! A lawsuit claims Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard tipped off a political ally about his impending arrest for allegedly molesting a child. The suit also accuses Patterson-Howard of misusing taxpayer money for political gain and a personal security detail, but she calls the claims 'politically motivated and frivolous.' (NY Post)

Trail Mix

— Zohran Mamdani is causing controversy as he refuses to condemn the slogan "globalize the intifada," even after winning the Democratic nomination for NYC mayor. Critics say it incites violence against Jews, and some fellow Democrats are urging him to clarify his stance on antisemitism. While Mamdani defends his position on free speech, others like Brad Lander vouch for his commitment to the safety of all New Yorkers. (Forward)

— Elise Stefanik is the clear frontrunner in a hypothetical GOP primary for New York governor, leaving other potential candidates like Mike Lawler in the dust, according to a new poll. With 64% support among Republican voters, Stefanik's popularity is attributed to her high profile as a House leader and her involvement in key national issues. Despite this, Lawler's camp argues he's the stronger candidate to defeat Hochul in the general election. (NY Post)

— Hakeem Jeffries isn't rushing to endorse NYC mayoral primary winner Zohran Mamdani, stating, "We don't really know each other well." The House Minority Leader wants to discuss Mamdani's vision, especially regarding affordability and rising antisemitism in the city. (Politico)