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Mamdani and James Dolan feud over Knicks Finals security as local businesses feel the squeeze
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Madison Square Garden CEO James Dolan are clashing over security restrictions around the Knicks' NBA Finals games, leading to canceled fan events and financial losses for local businesses. MSG canceled a planned outdoor watch party for Game 4, citing city-imposed crowd-control measures, while Mamdani accused Dolan of misinformation and emphasized public safety concerns.
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