Mamdani Doubles Down on Airbnb Rules as Businesses Warn of World Cup Hotel Shortage

Mayor Zohran Mamdani is standing by New York City’s Airbnb rules even as business groups warn the city could be heading into a World Cup hotel crunch. Critics say that with international demand rising, refusing to allow even limited short-term rental flexibility could leave visitors with fewer options, higher prices, and more reason to stay outside New York.