A video shared on X shows Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker stating that she can tax Uber rides whenever she wants because she is in charge. The video from Fox News has gained significant traction on social media due to the mayor’s sweeping powers to levy taxes on rideshare apps. These comments have elicited many responses from netizens criticizing local governance and tax practices.
This chick is the mayor of Philadelphia. She says that she can tax your uber rides whenever she wants because she’s in charge. She can tax whatever she wants. Another great official in Philly. When will you stop voting against your interests? pic.twitter.com/qdkD4aLi04
— Dralone&_DR145 (@draloneboy) June 2, 2026
The video clip, captured at what appears to be a public event or press conference, shows Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker addressing an audience while defending her power to levy taxes on rideshare services like Uber. She emphasizes her authority over such decisions in the city. The short footage focuses only on her remarks and does not capture prior questions, the full context of the discussion, or any audience reaction.
It is not clear from the footage alone whether the mayor’s remarks were made in direct response to criticism of the tax plan or as part of a broader update on city budget and school funding efforts.
How X Users Responded to the Philadelphia Mayor’s Comments
Some commenters focused on the overall condition of the city. One wrote, “Look at that city, a total cesspool! I watched Philly continually digress when my son lived there! He was there for 11 years, and he ended up moving to Florida. He says it was the best move ever!”…