American politician, 110th mayor of New York City (2014–2021)
A French family has issued a formal apology for their ancestors' role in transatlantic slavery, coinciding with ongoing debates about reparations worldwide. The UN has recently recognized slavery as the 'gravest crime against humanity' and called for reparations, while discussions continue in France, the UK, and the US about addressing historical injustices.
Rashaad Muhammad’s medical treatment at Fulton County Jail has become a flashpoint as his lawyers allege deliberate indifference, leading to life‑saving amputations. A DOJ civil rights investigation and a consent decree frame the broader context of jail conditions and ongoing oversight.
Romanch Mahajan, 18, died after a horse-drawn carriage bolted in Central Park while his mother was injured. The incident has intensified calls to suspend or ban horse carriages; unions demand safety reforms as the city reviews Ryder's Law and related rules.
Romanch Mahajan’s death in Central Park after a horse-drawn carriage ride has intensified calls to phase out horse carriages. Lawmakers plan hearings and possible swift action; Romanch’s Law has been renamed in his honor, with a two-year phase-out to retrain drivers and shift workers.
The Rent Guidelines Board has approved a rent freeze for about 1 million rent-stabilized apartments, a key pledge of Mayor Mamdani. The decision is framed as a victory for affordability, coming as Mamdani extends influence after endorsing candidates who unseated incumbents. Critics warn the move could strain landlords and maintenance funding.
New York City’s rent-freeze policy has moved from plan to action, with the Rent Guidelines Board freezing increases on one- and two-year leases for rent-stabilized units. This update follows controversy over how the policy is financed and implemented, including calls for ownership transfers to community groups and tenants. Legal challenges loom as landlords push back.