NEW YORK CITY, NY — Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City on Tuesday, becoming the city’s first Muslim and South Asian leader after defeating former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Speaking at a rally in Brooklyn, Mamdani used his victory speech to take aim at President Donald Trump, declaring, “New York was built by immigrants, and now it will be led by one.”
Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist born in Uganda to Indian parents, has lived in the U.S. since childhood and became a citizen in 2018. His campaign was powered by strong turnout from South Asian, Arab, and Muslim communities — groups that saw participation surge roughly 40% compared to the 2021 primary, according to ABC News.
In his speech, Mamdani said, “If any city can show a nation betrayed by Donald Trump how to defeat him, it’s the one that gave rise to him.” He also urged voters to “dismantle the conditions that allow despots to rise.”
The race, marked by accusations of Islamophobia and cultural tension, saw Mamdani face criticism from Cuomo and some Hindu voters who questioned his policies. Despite this, his diverse coalition — including Jewish and white youth groups — propelled him to victory.
Analysts say Mamdani’s win represents a generational shift in New York politics, highlighting growing immigrant influence in U.S. cities.
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