New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani strengthened his influence within the Democratic Party after candidates he endorsed secured several significant victories in New York’s congressional primary elections, highlighting the growing momentum of the democratic socialist movement in the United States. Among the most notable results was the victory of former city comptroller Brad Lander, who […]
US elections
Trump offers cautious support after Mamdani wins New York mayoral race
MIAMI – US President Donald Trump on Wednesday commented on the recent mayoral election in New York City, where Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, was elected mayor. Trump said the federal government might offer “a little” assistance to Mamdani, while warning that the new mayor must maintain a respectful relationship with Washington to ensure […]
Zohran: Fear has been defeated, and hope has triumphed
NEW YORK – Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani delivered an emotional and defiant victory speech on Tuesday night, thanking New Yorkers for their support and declaring that “fear has been defeated, and hope has triumphed.” Addressing a jubilant crowd at his election night rally, the 34-year-old Democratic Socialist — who made history as New York City’s first […]
Zohran Mamdani emerges as frontrunner in New York mayoral race
WASHINGTON: Early voting for New York City’s mayoral election began on Saturday, with Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state lawmaker of South Asian origin and self-described democratic socialist, emerging as the surprise frontrunner in the race. Once seen as a political outsider, Mamdani’s campaign has gained remarkable momentum, fuelled by young progressive volunteers and widespread frustration […]