Sid & Friends In The Morning Sid & Friends In The Morning

Randy Mastro | Attorney Using the Courtroom to Fight Back Against Madmani's Socialist Policies

Sep 3, 2026 · 17m

Summary

Sid discusses with attorney Randy Mastro two major lawsuits against the NYC administration. Mastro challenges the pied-à-terre surcharge rollout, arguing the city illegally shifted the burden of proof to homeowners and sent erroneous notices. He also contests the Rent Guidelines Board’s historic zero-percent rent freeze, claiming it ignores landlord costs and violates statutory mandates. Mastro expects rulings on both cases by September.

Topics discussed

Sponsors and WABC Gala announcement Criticism of city's pied-a-terre surcharge notices Legal argument for rolling out surcharge program again Update on Staten Island court hearing Lawsuit against the zero rent freeze decision Impact on landlords and board member resignation Rule of law and Mayor Mamdani's priorities Contact info and expected court decision timeline Show sign-off and social media promotion Tredelvi prescription medicine advertisement Everytown for Gun Safety advocacy spot Joybaby Spin Si car seat review and promo
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