Summary
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is criticized for following existing rules that require multiple forms of identification for people to work as emergency snow shovelers. These rules, which existed before Mamdani took office, have drawn attention because they contrast with his political group's stance against voter ID laws. The snow-shoveling job pays by the hour for those eligible and able to do heavy work.
Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani is the Mayor of New York City.
- Criticism is about requiring five forms of ID to be an emergency snow shoveler.
- The ID rules have been in place for years, even before Mamdani became mayor.
- Emergency snow shovelers help clean up snow from bus stops, crosswalks, and hydrants.
- They earn $19.14 per hour and more if they work over 40 hours in a week.
- Critics argue that the ID requirement for snow shoveling differs from the city's voter ID rules.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old, able to do heavy labor, and eligible to work in the U.S.
