New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli announced Thursday that New York City’s record-breaking $4.9 billion 2023 tax revenue haul was fueled by an influx of tourism, 62.2 million nearly recovered to 2019’s pre-pandemic level at 66.6 million, Bloomberg reports on a city decidedly not overrun with crime and disease and economic disaster because of Trump’s indictment.
“The industry’s full recovery won’t be complete until we see a full return of international and business travelers,” said DiNapoli. “Our city and state leaders need to focus on keeping New York a desirable and safe destination for individuals and families from around the world.”