Mayor Zohran Mamdani told residents to set air conditioners to 78°F (26°C) as a heat wave hits New York, but reports showed the temperature in his own city hall office was set significantly lower, according to a source. The discrepancy has drawn accusations of hypocrisy from critics.
A heat wave gripping the eastern US, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 115°F (46°C) in some areas, has prompted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to urge residents to conserve energy by setting their air conditioners to 78°F (26°C). However, reports circulating Saturday afternoon indicate that the thermostat in Mamdani's own city hall office was set to a noticeably lower temperature, drawing criticism for hypocrisy.
As The Zioneer reported earlier in the week, the heat wave has threatened July 4 celebrations across the region, with New York among the hardest-hit cities. The mayor's call for energy conservation came amid reports of power outages in parts of the city, which critics have tied to infrastructure strains. While Mamdani's directive applies citywide, the apparent double standard has fueled a debate about leadership credibility during a public emergency.
The source's claim has not been independently verified by city officials, and no official response from the mayor's office has been provided as of Saturday evening. The incident underscores the political tension surrounding the city's response to the extreme weather.
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