50 Cent Sounds Alarm Over NYC Mayor-Elect's Tax Plan, Claims It Could 'Purge' the City
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Rapper 50 Cent has once again criticized New York City's mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, over his tax plan. Mamdani's proposal involves raising corporate taxes and imposing a 2% tax on individuals earning over $1 million annually. The plan aims to fund public services across the city. Mamdani, a self-described Democratic Socialist, has clarified that his intention is not to defund the police, despite a 2020 tweet that included the hashtag #DefundTheNYPD. However, 50 Cent claims that the tax plan could lead to a 'purge' in the city, driving out wealthy residents. In response to 50 Cent's criticism, Mamdani defended his plan, stating that it would improve life for all New Yorkers. The mayor-elect also referenced 50 Cent's own song, 'Many Men,' which recounts the rapper's near-death experiences. This is not the first time 50 Cent has taken aim at Mamdani. The rapper previously offered to pay the mayor-elect to leave New York and has questioned the legitimacy of his plan. 50 Cent relocated to Houston in 2021, citing New York's tax policies as a reason for his departure. Mamdani is set to take office in January 2026. His tax plan has sparked controversy, with some critics expressing concerns that it could drive out businesses and residents. However, Mamdani remains committed to his vision for a more equitable New York City.
