Morris Katz
Role at the time: Political adviser and former senior adviser to Mamdani’s mayoral campaign
Defended or excused
Responding to
Mamdani defended Weaver’s record of standing up for tenants across New York City and state.
"Cea Weaver has worked tirelessly to address the housing crisis, protect tenants from bad landlords, and to win a city where no one has to choose between a roof over their head or staying in the place they love. NY is lucky to have her serving in city government."
Why we used this label
This is an affirmative defense of Weaver and her appointment in the midst of the controversy.