Zohran Mamdani: “He budgeted $1.47 billion for shelter costs this fiscal…”

“It was a pattern. He budgeted $860 million for cash assistance this fiscal year, but current estimates are 1.6 to $5 billion, nearly double what he had accounted for. He budgeted $1.47 billion for shelter costs this fiscal year, but current estimates reflect an additional unaccounted for $500 million. He budgeted paltry fractions of what was actually required, undermining the city's ability to fulfill its promises. These are not optional services. They are critical responsibilities of city government.” (04:43–04:53)

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