Mayor Zohran Mamdani reiterated his stance on billionaires paying their fair share in taxes, specifically calling out Jeff Bezos. Mamdani highlighted the disparity between the wealthy and those living in poverty in New York City.

Despite his strong opinions, Mamdani revealed that his office was ignored by Ken Griffin following a controversial stunt aimed at wealthy individuals like the Citadel CEO. Griffin had previously threatened to halt a major development project in response to the mayor’s actions.

When questioned about the lack of response from Griffin, Mamdani expressed his willingness to engage with business leaders for the betterment of the city’s economy and future.

Bezos chimed in on the situation, defending Griffin and criticizing Mamdani for labeling him as a villain. Bezos, with a significant net worth himself, supported the idea of imposing taxes on luxury properties in New York City.

It remains to be seen how this clash between politicians, billionaires, and business leaders will unfold in the coming days.