Billionaire investor Bill Ackman raises alarms over left-wing candidate Mamdani's policies, fearing an exodus of wealthy New Yorkers could cripple the city's public services and tax base ahead of the November election.
Wall Street is in turmoil over Zohran Mamdani's victory in the NYC mayoral primary. Investors fear tax hikes and stricter regulations, leading to potential exodus from the city. High-profile financiers express alarm at the implications for New York's economy.
Hedge fund magnate Bill Ackman joins other billionaires in urging President Trump to halt tariffs, warning of a looming small business crisis. With retaliatory tariffs in effect, he stresses the urgent need for a 90-day pause to avoid bankruptcy for many.