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Amid Controversies, Zohran Mamdani sweeps New York Mayor Election
TIWN Nov 5, 2025
Amid Controversies, Zohran Mamdani sweeps New York Mayor Election
PHOTO : Amid Controversies, Zohran Mamdani sweeps New York Mayor Election.

Zohran Mamdani has won the New York City mayoral election, becoming the city's first Muslim mayor, first South Asian mayor, and youngest mayor in over a century. He's a 34-year-old democratic socialist who centered his campaign on affordability, promising to :

  • Expand Affordable Housing: Increase availability and accessibility of housing for low-income residents
  • Free Bus Rides: Provide free public transportation to reduce costs for residents
  • Taxpayer-Funded Childcare: Support families with children by offering subsidized childcare services

Mamdani's victory marks a significant shift in New York City politics, potentially influencing the city's approach to governance and policy. As the city's first democratic socialist mayor, he'll face challenges implementing his agenda while balancing the needs of various stakeholders. 

Zohran Mamdani has faced significant criticism and controversy during his mayoral campaign. Here are some key points :

  • Allegations of Antisemitism: Mamdani has been accused of holding anti-Semitic views, which he denies. Critics point to his refusal to condemn the slogan "Globalize the Intifada" and his past statements on Israel, including labeling Israel's military response in Gaza as "genocide".
  • Association with Extremist Figures: Mamdani's relationship with Khader El-Yateem, a Palestinian-American pastor who made controversial comments about Israel, has raised concerns about his ties to extremist ideology.
  • Criticism of Israel's Existence: Mamdani has expressed doubts about Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state, citing concerns about racial and religious hierarchy. This stance has drawn criticism from pro-Israel groups and some Jewish leaders.
  • Accusations of Foreign Funding: Mamdani's campaign has been accused of accepting illegal foreign donations, including from individuals with ties to hostile actors. His campaign denies wrongdoing and has vowed to refund any impermissible donations.
  • Partisan Attacks: Mamdani has faced partisan attacks from Republicans and some Democrats, with Trump labeling him a "proven and self-proclaimed Jew hater" and calling on Jewish voters to reject him. Some Democrats, including Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, have also expressed concerns about Mamdani's views on Israel.
  • Disinformation and Islamophobia: A report by Equality Labs found that Mamdani's campaign was targeted with a significant amount of Islamophobic and xenophobic disinformation on social media, with many posts accusing him of being a terrorist or supporting Sharia law.
  • Controversial Rhetoric: Mamdani's rhetoric on Israel and Palestine has been criticized by some as divisive and inflammatory, while others see it as a necessary critique of Israeli policies. The American Jewish Committee (AJC) has expressed concern about Mamdani's use of problematic rhetoric and urged him to change course.
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