Mamdani Suffers Double Blow To His Socialist Plans

Garcia told the New York Post the organization expects to notify the mayor’s office of its intent to sue in the coming days.

“The mayor doesn’t seem to want to sit down with us,” Garcia said.

“He won’t be able to bully these lawyers we are going to bring in.”

According to the coalition, it plans to raise approximately $1 million to finance the lawsuit and a broader public awareness campaign.

The organization says it represents 50 chambers of commerce made up of Asian, African, Caribbean, Hispanic, Middle Eastern and Jewish-owned businesses throughout New York City.

Business owners argue the city’s proposal would place government-funded stores in direct competition with privately owned neighborhood markets that already operate on thin profit margins.

Mayor Mamdani recently announced additional details about the program, including plans for stores to sell basic grocery items such as produce, meat, milk, cheese and bread at prices approximately 30% below what consumers typically pay elsewhere.

The city says it expects the first location to open next year in the Bronx.