New York's Mayor Stands Firm Behind Housing Chief Amid Controversial Past Posts

Mayor Zohran Mamdani is backing Cea Weaver, his newly appointed housing leader, despite backlash over her past social media posts. Weaver, a prominent advocate for renters, has been tasked with leading the Mayor's Office to Protect Tenants, focusing on aggressive action against negligent landlords.

Controversial Past Posts Resurface

Some of Weaver's old social media posts have sparked criticism. In these posts, she discussed taking private property for the common good and linked homeownership to white supremacy. After removing the posts, she faced backlash from officials and media outlets. Former Mayor Eric Adams stated that her remarks were out of touch with reality.

Mamdani and Weaver Respond

When questioned about the controversy, Mamdani avoided directly addressing the posts, instead praising Weaver's work for tenants. Weaver acknowledged that some of her past statements were regrettable and not reflective of her current views. She emphasized her commitment to ensuring safe and affordable housing for all New Yorkers.

A Pattern of Social Media Controversies

This is not the first time Mamdani's administration has faced scrutiny over social media posts. Earlier, another official resigned after antisemitic posts from their past were discovered. Mamdani claimed he was unaware of those posts, but Weaver's history was known to his team.

Weaver's Tenant Rights Background

Weaver has a strong track record in tenant advocacy. She led a group that successfully pushed for major tenant protections in 2019. In her new role, she will help Mamdani fulfill a key campaign promise: taking action against negligent landlords, including forcing them to sell properties to the city if they fail to pay fines.

Mamdani's Aggressive Stance on Housing

Mamdani has shown he is serious about his housing reforms. Shortly after his inauguration, he announced bold action against a Brooklyn landlord who owed fines and was in bankruptcy. This move signals that he is not backing down from his promises, despite public disagreement.