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Stephen Ross‑led New York firm makes $32M stalking‑horse bid for embattled Palm House Hotel

Date
November 11, 2025
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House Oversight
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House Oversight #027063
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1
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The passage mentions a high‑profile real‑estate billionaire (Stephen Ross) and a sizable $32 million bid for a troubled hotel project, which could hint at undisclosed financial relationships or confli Stephen Ross is identified as the leader of the New York company making the bid. The bid amount is $32 million for the Palm House Hotel project. The deal is described as a "stalking horse" bid, sugge

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