# Mamdani appoints Lina Khan and Tony Shorris to top New York economic roles

Mamdani has named Lina Khan, known for her antitrust work, and Tony Shorris, a former NYC budget director, to key economic positions in New York. The appointments signal a focus on competition policy and fiscal management for the city's economic strategy.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/22/lina-khan-nyc-economic-development-board) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:36:45 GMT