Fact Check: Is Walmart closing 23 Neighborhood Markets in New York City due to Mamdani taxes?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: Walmart will close its 23 Neighborhood Markets in New York City due to new taxes under Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani.

Rating: BLATANT LIE

Explanation: Walmart has no Neighborhood Market locations in New York City and no plans to close nonexistent stores. The false claim originated from political satire pages misrepresenting retail business decisions to criticize local taxation policies.

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Date: 11/13/2025

 

Last Updated on November 13, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check

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