A rent emergency has been declared by Lurie. This declaration has raised questions about potential actions, including the possibility of freezing rents, similar to measures taken by Mamdani.

Tenant advocates have weighed in on the situation, stating that even if rent freezes were possible, they would not address the underlying issues contributing to displacement.

Further details on the declaration and potential next steps are available from the source, providing more context on the situation and the perspectives of tenant advocates.