It's a wasteful distraction:' Experts slam Mamdani's taxpayer-funded grocery stores
Experts are criticizing NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to establish taxpayer-funded grocery stores, arguing it could harm local bodegas and burden taxpayers. The initiative aims to lower food costs but may undermine private businesses by providing public support. The first store is set to open in 2027 in the Bronx as part of a larger redevelopment project.
- ▪The initiative is part of Mayor Mamdani's campaign pledge to address food affordability.
- ▪Economists warn that city-backed grocery stores could disadvantage small neighborhood grocers.
- ▪The first grocery store location is planned for the Bronx neighborhood of Hunts Point.
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Zohran Mamdani It's a wasteful distraction:' Experts slam Mamdani's taxpayer-funded grocery stores The first location is expected to open in 2027 in the Bronx, with a $30M East Harlem market slated for next year By Amanda Macias Fox News Published May 24, 2026 1:27pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video 'It's a wasteful distraction:' Experts slam Mamdani's taxpayer-funded grocery stores Experts warn NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to open several city-backed grocery stores could hurt bodegas, drain taxpayer dollars and undercut private businesses.
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