Mayor Mamdani Launches Commission on Government Efficiency (COGE) Following Trump Model

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the creation of a Commission on Government Efficiency, similar to Trump and Musk's federal initiative. COGE will examine the NYC Charter, modernize government operations, and hold 10 public hearings citywide starting June 9. The commission aims to remove 'outdated bureaucratic barriers' and improve budget practices.

• keptPied-à-terre tax on $5M+ second homes
• brokenCorporate tax hike ($1.75B/year)
• brokenDouble DCWP budget to $135M
• brokenIncrease Human Rights Commission funding to $21M

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