Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleHolly BishopTuesday 14 July 2026 02:29 BSTZohran Mamdani races go-karts in his ever-present suit at Coney IslandNew York City's mayor, Zohran Mamdani, launched the Public Interest Technology (PIT) crews initiative on Monday, July 13.The new program aims to enhance government efficiency by deploying technologists across various city agencies.The launch was celebrated with a go-kart race at Coney Island, involving the mayor and other city officials.The go-kart race was a symbolic nod to motorsports pit crews, with the mayor participating in his suit.PIT crews will work within city agencies to implement technological improvements.In fullZohran Mamdani races go-karts in his ever-present suit at Coney IslandMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in