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NYC Mayor Mamdani Appoints Lina Khan as Chair of Economic Development Board

The city's economic development agency leadership changes are underway.

Talivio News · Global 22 July 2026, 15:00 1 min read

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New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed Lina Khan as chair of the city's Economic Development Board (EDB), according to reports. There is a discrepancy in reporting regarding the appointment.

Reports claim Khan has been a close adviser to Mamdani and played an early role in reviewing candidates for the EDC president position, though these claims rely on limited sourcing.

In a separate appointment, Mamdani has named Tony Shorris as the next leader of the city's Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Some reports described the move as expected or planned, while others confirmed it as completed.

Additionally, the mayor is considering a McKinsey partner to lead the economic development team.

Updates

Update — 22 July, 17:10

Reports suggest that Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed Tony Shorris, a former deputy mayor and current McKinsey partner, to co-lead the Economic Development Corporation alongside Lina Khan. While these reports remain disputed, they indicate that the leadership transition may involve a dual-chair structure rather than a single appointment.

Update — 22 July, 21:51

Mayor Mamdani has reportedly appointed Tony Shorris alongside Lina Khan to lead the city's Economic Development Corporation. While the initial report identified Khan as the sole chair, current reports remain disputed regarding whether Shorris will share this leadership role. Shorris, a former deputy mayor and current McKinsey partner, is expected to play a central role in the administration's reshaped economic agenda.

Rowan Ashcombe

Politics Correspondent · Talivio News

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