DoorDash Donates $1M to Cuomo Super PAC in NYC Mayoral Race

DoorDash donated $1 million to Fix the City, a super PAC supporting Andrew Cuomo's NYC mayoral campaign, marking the largest contribution in the race. This donation has drawn sharp criticism from Cuomo's opponents and labor advocates, who argue that it represents corporate influence aimed at rolling back protections such as the minimum wage and workplace rights for delivery workers. City Comptroller Brad Lander and state senators condemned the contribution as an attempt to buy regulatory favor, especially given DoorDash's recent lobbying efforts and legal battles over worker pay and benefits. DoorDash framed the donation as support for leaders who promote practical, pro-local economy policies, citing concerns about recent city regulations they believe hinder business and workers alike. Fix the City, heavily funded by real estate and conservative donors, has raised over $8 million to back Cuomo, outpacing rival super PACs. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between gig economy companies and advocates fighting for delivery workers' rights in New York City.