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Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s bold move to appoint Anthony Shorris as CEO and Lina Khan as Chair of the Economic Development Corporation has sparked buzz — and debate. Shorris, a seasoned public servant with real estate consulting roots, brings stability and experience, while Khan, known for her fierce antitrust stance at the federal level, represents a sharp contrast to the EDC’s traditional pro-business mission. Despite their differing styles, Mamdani insists they share a common goal: uplifting working New Yorkers. Their appointment comes with baggage — Shorris once worked on a contract Mamdani canceled — but Mamdani sees it as a sign of internal renewal. The business community is split: some applaud Shorris’s credentials, while Khan’s reputation for confronting big corporations raises eyebrows. With the EDC now poised to tackle everything from infrastructure to city-run grocery stores, this leadership duo’s ability to balance accountability with growth will define the city’s economic future.

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