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'Amazon would collapse if run like New York City': Jeff Bezos takes swipe Mamdani

'Amazon would collapse if run like New York City': Jeff Bezos takes swipe Mamdani
Times of India Friday 29 May 2026, 10:28 UTC By TOI TECH DESK 1 min read
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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has endorsed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's new government efficiency initiative, COGE. This comes after their public disagreement on taxing the wealthy. Bezos, who previously criticized city spending, now supports Mamdani's plan to make government work smarter, suggesting savings could benefit lower earners.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has endorsed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's new government efficiency initiative, COGE. This comes after their public disagreement on taxing the wealthy. Bezos, who previously criticized city spending, now supports Mamdani's plan to make government work smarter, suggesting savings could benefit lower earners.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani (PERSON) Amazon (ORG) New York (LOCATION)
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