Airbnb starts spending to support vocal critic Jumaane Williams

As Airbnb attempts to regain relevance again in New York City, they are keeping their friends close and their adversaries closer. The tech giant’s super PAC, Affordable New York, has begun promoting the campaign of incumbent Public Advocate Jumaane Williams – an outspoken critic.

Filings with the state Board of Elections show that Affordable New York has already bought digital campaign materials promoting Williams, though the New York City Campaign Finance Board filings have yet to reflect the spending.

Airbnb told City & State it plans to contribute $250,000 to promote Williams, a left-leaning self-described “activist elected official” who is facing a Democratic primary challenge from Queens Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar.

“As Public Advocate, Jumaane Williams is deeply committed t