A controversial hearing is set to examine allegations that the New York City mayor’s administration secretly used an encrypted messaging platform to share information selectively with supporters, bypassing official communication channels. Critics argue the practice undermines transparency and public trust in city governance, raising questions about how decisions were influenced or concealed. The council’s investigation comes amid broader scrutiny of administrative transparency in major urban governments. Details on the specific content of the messages and the extent of their use remain under review.
The New York City Council is reportedly gearing up for a hearing centered on the use of a hidden, encrypted messaging channel by the administration of NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani to feed favourable ...
