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pakistantoday.com.pkpolitics4 hrs agoUpdated
U.S. Blocks New York City Meeting with Iran’s UN Ambassador After Iranian Missile Strikes
The Trump administration directed a senior New York City official to cancel a scheduled meeting with Iran's ambassador to the United Nations. The intervention occurred amid U.S.-Iran military exchanges in the Strait of Hormuz. Mayor Zohran Mamdani's office confirmed the meeting d…
nypost.compolitics2 days ago
Netanyahu Responds to Mamdani Criticism of Israel as Jewish State
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded on July 7 to comments by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Israel as a Jewish state. Netanyahu said Israel shows equality and is the region's only democracy. CNN reported the exchange in a video segment published that day.
nypost.combusiness5 days ago
Tenant Bloc Posts on $2.2 Billion Housing Plan and Rent Freeze
The New York State Tenant Bloc stated on July 4 that Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s housing plan allocates $2.2 billion for ownership transfers. The group also linked the funds to a two-year rent freeze approved in June.
abcnews.go.compolitics6 days ago
Pope Leo and New York City mayor deliver pro-immigrant speeches ahead of U.S. 250th anniversary
Pope Leo XIV and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani each issued statements on July 3, 2026, marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. Both speakers highlighted immigration and founding principles without naming President Trump.
Washington Examinerpolitics6 days ago
New York City Mayor Gives Immigration-Themed Speech at George Washington’s Desk Ahead of Fourth of July
Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed eight recently naturalized citizens on Friday in a speech focused on immigration and American ideals. He criticized wealth concentration and immigration enforcement while highlighting immigrant contributions to New York City.
Washington Examinerpolitics6 days ago
New York City Mayor Speaks at City Hall for U.S. 250th Anniversary as Trump Plans Mount Rushmore Address
Zohran Mamdani spoke for nearly 15 minutes from behind George Washington's desk at City Hall on July 3, 2026. He was flanked by 10 recently naturalized citizens and contrasted his remarks with President Trump's planned Mount Rushmore address.
jns.orgworld7 days ago
U.S. Begins 250th Birthday Celebrations Amid Heat Alerts
The United States starts a weekend of events marking its 250th anniversary on July 3-5, 2026, with heat alerts in effect across much of the country. President Trump will headline an event at Mount Rushmore while New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers a major address.
Fox Newspolitics7 days ago
New York City Mayor Issues 78-Degree Thermostat Guidance to Reduce Power Demand During Heat Wave
Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted guidance Wednesday directing residents to limit electricity use during a heat wave. The city will apply the same measures in municipal buildings and asked private partners to follow.
Fox Newspolitics7 days ago
New York City Mayor Tells Residents to Set Air Conditioners to 78 Degrees During Heat Wave
Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted guidance on X during a heat wave that prompted expanded city emergency measures. The post received more than 36.5 million views.
news.sky.compolitics8 days ago
Former Vice President Harris Holds Call With New York City Mayor After Primary Wins
Former Vice President Kamala Harris spoke by phone with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani days after three candidates he endorsed won congressional primaries. Axios reported the call occurred on Thursday and covered the future of the Democratic Party.
Washington Monthlypolitics8 days ago
Democratic Primary Losses Hit Progressive Incumbents Backing Rivals to NYC Mayor
Two House members from the Congressional Progressive Caucus lost Democratic primaries last week after declining to endorse New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Both had supported other candidates in the mayoral primary.
New York Postpolitics8 days ago
Kamala Harris Calls New York Mayor and Michigan Candidate After Primary Wins
Former Vice President Kamala Harris spoke by phone with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and met Abbas Alawieh in Detroit. The outreach followed left-wing wins in New York primaries last week. Harris also spoke with DNC member James Zogby.
Fox Newsworld8 days ago
New York City Clears $12 Billion Deficit Using State Aid and Pension Deferrals
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Tuesday the city cleared a $12 billion deficit inherited in January. The balance followed $5.5 billion in state transfers plus pension deferrals.
thewire.inpolitics9 days ago
Harris Calls New York City Mayor Mamdani to Discuss Party Future After His Candidates Win Three Races
Kamala Harris spoke by phone with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani last Thursday. The call addressed the Democratic Party's direction after Mamdani-backed candidates won three congressional primaries in the city.
cnbc.compolitics9 days agoUpdated
Mamdani-Backed Slate Wins New York City Democratic Primaries
Candidates endorsed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America defeated several incumbents in competitive congressional primaries across the city. The results follow similar challenger victories reported earlier in Colorado.
Newsweekworld9 days agoUpdated
Dave Portnoy says he might run against New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy said June 30 he would love to challenge Mayor Zohran Mamdani in a Fox News interview. Mamdani, 34, was elected New York's first Muslim and South Asian mayor in November. The next mayoral election is in 2029.
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jns.orgworld11 days ago
James Carville Calls for Democratic Party Split After Three Mamdani-Backed Candidates Win House Primaries
Veteran strategist James Carville urged a formal split in the Democratic Party after three candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won House primaries. @DailyCaller reported the comments from his podcast and related statements.
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nypost.compolitics11 days ago
Bruce Blakeman Urges Voters to Support His Campaign Against Hochul and Mamdani
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman appeared on a radio program Sunday and called on New Yorkers to back his gubernatorial bid. He linked Democratic incumbent Kathy Hochul to socialist policies advanced by Zohran Mamdani. Recent primary results showed several Democratic Social…
nypost.comworld12 days ago
Democratic socialists win mayoral races in New York, Seattle and Washington DC
Zohran Mamdani took office in New York and Katie Wilson in Seattle this year. Janeese Lewis George secured the Democratic nomination for mayor of Washington DC last week.
Abc Newsworld12 days ago
NYC Mayor Mamdani highlights administration record in ABC News interview
Mayor Zohran Mamdani detailed administration achievements since January in his first sit-down interview since the primaries. Three candidates he endorsed won congressional primaries this year.
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Fox Newspolitics12 days ago
Democratic socialist candidates win three New York City primaries
Three candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primaries in heavily Democratic districts earlier this week. One winner previously posted statements critical of the United States and former President Joe Biden.
Fox Newsworld12 days ago
Avila Chevalier Defeats Incumbent Espaillat in New York’s 13th District Democratic Primary
Darializa Avila Chevalier, 32, defeated Rep. Adriano Espaillat with 49.4% of the vote to 45.9% in Tuesday's primary. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed the winner.
ibtimes.co.ukpolitics12 days ago
Three Democratic House Candidates Win New York Primaries
All three candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won their Democratic primaries Tuesday night. The winners defeated more moderate opponents in the contests.
The New Yorkerpolitics12 days agoUpdated
DSA-Backed Candidates Win Multiple New York City Primaries
Candidates endorsed by the Democratic Socialists of America and New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani defeated several incumbents in Democratic congressional primaries across New York City. The results mark a shift in local party leadership.
nypost.compolitics13 days ago
Three Candidates Backed by New York City Mayor Win Democratic House Primaries
Fox News reported that Darializa Avila Chevalier, Brad Lander and Claire Valdez defeated more moderate Democrats in New York House primaries Tuesday night. The winners had been endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Democratic leaders gave differing responses to the results.
Fox Newspolitics13 days ago
Mamdani-Endorsed Candidates Win Democratic Primaries Day Before Trump Anniversary Rally
Brad Lander, Claire Valdez and Darializa Avila Chevalier each won Democratic primaries on June 23 after receiving endorsements from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Attendees at a Trump rally the next day on the National Mall voiced opposition to socialism.
Fox Newspolitics14 days ago
Three Candidates Endorsed by New York City Mayor Win Democratic Primaries
Darializa Avila Chevalier, Brad Lander and Claire Valdez prevailed in Tuesday's races after receiving endorsements from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Fox News reported mixed reactions from House Democrats on the results.
thenation.comworld14 days ago
Three Democratic Candidates Win New York Congressional Primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's endorsed candidates took three Democratic congressional primary races in New York this week. Brad Lander won the nomination for NY-10 after Mamdani embraced him in Brooklyn on Tuesday. Haaretz reported the results drew notice among Jewish New…
foxnews.combusiness14 days ago
Socialist-Backed Candidates Defeat Three Incumbents in New York Democratic Primaries
Three candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primary races Tuesday night. All candidates backed by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries lost their contests.
abcnews.go.compolitics14 days ago
New York Attorney General Criticizes Some Mayoral Primary Endorsements
New York Attorney General Letitia James said some candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani do not understand city politics. She added that frustration with the Democratic Party should not lead to its destruction.
abcnews.go.comworld15 days ago
Socialist Candidates Win Three New York Primaries
Three candidates supported by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primaries on Tuesday. Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman responded with criticism of the Democratic Party.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics15 days ago
Democratic Socialist Candidate Wins Washington D.C. Primary
Janeese Lewis George won the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington D.C. on a platform of affordable housing and universal child care. Three other candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani won House primaries in New York the same week.
jonathanturley.orgpolitics15 days ago
Hunter Biden Posts Seven-Point Statement Criticizing Democratic Leadership After Mamdani Wins
Hunter Biden issued a seven-point statement on X on Wednesday criticizing Democratic leadership. The post followed Zohran Mamdani's three successful political endorsements on Tuesday night. Newsweek reported the details of the statement and the electoral results.
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Democratic Socialists Win Several Primary Races in New York
Candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani won multiple Democratic primaries for Congress on June 23. The Associated Press and NY1 projected victories for former city Comptroller Brad Lander and state Assemblywoman Claire Valdez over their opponents.
fortune.compolitics15 days ago
New York City Mayor says progressive message drives Democratic primary wins
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated that progressive messaging is contributing to Democratic primary victories in his state. House Speaker Mike Johnson offered a reaction on Capitol Hill.
Fox Newspolitics15 days ago
New York primary results give Ocasio-Cortez added visibility for future races
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez won her primary Tuesday and three candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani also prevailed. The outcomes increase her profile ahead of a possible 2028 presidential bid or Senate challenge.
msnbc.compolitics15 days ago
Mamdani-Backed Candidates Defeat Two Jeffries-Endorsed Incumbents in NYC Primaries
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Wednesday that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani must hold conversations with congressional Democrats after Mamdani-backed candidates defeated two incumbents in recent primaries. Jeffries had endorsed the losing representatives.
The Free Pressworld15 days agoUpdated
Democratic Socialists Defeat Two Incumbent House Democrats in New York Primaries
Left-wing challengers ousted Rep. Adriano Espaillat and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso on Tuesday. Both winners were endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and identify as democratic socialists.
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Mamdani-Backed Candidates Win Three New York Democratic House Primaries
Candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won three Democratic primaries for U.S. House seats on Tuesday. The results highlight divisions within the party over Israel policy and economic priorities.
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thehindu.compolitics14 days agoUpdated
Mamdani-Backed Candidates Win Several New York City Democratic Congressional Primaries
Candidates endorsed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America defeated several incumbents in Tuesday's primaries. The results included victories in competitive city races and the unseating of Rep. Dan Goldman.
abcnews.go.compolitics15 days agoUpdated
Mamdani-Endorsed Candidates Win Three New York Congressional Primaries
Three candidates backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primaries for U.S. House seats on June 23, 2026. Two incumbents were defeated and one open seat went to a Mamdani ally.
ABC Newspolitics16 days agoUpdated
New York Democratic primaries pit Mamdani-backed challengers against incumbents in at least two races
Voters in New York went to the polls Tuesday in congressional primaries that pitted Democratic incumbents against candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The contests tested the reach of the mayor's progressive slate in a state with strong Democratic majorities.
abcnews.go.comworld16 days ago
Voters in three New York congressional districts select Democratic primary winners backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani
Candidates aligned with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani defeated two sitting members of Congress and the handpicked successor to a retiring lawmaker in Tuesday’s Democratic primaries. The results mark a clear victory for the mayor’s progressive wing inside the state party.
Washington Examinerpolitics16 days agoUpdated
Few Polls Released Ahead of New York Democratic House Primaries
Few independent surveys have appeared ahead of Tuesday's Democratic primaries in three New York congressional districts. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed three candidates in the races.
Usa Todaypolitics17 days ago
Mayor Zohran Mamdani Backs Three Candidates for New York House Seats
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani appeared in a television ad promoting left-leaning challengers Brad Lander, Darializa Avila Chevalier and Claire Valdez ahead of the June 23 Democratic primary. The 30-second spot aired during a Knicks NBA Finals game.
ABC Newspolitics18 days ago
New York congressional candidates make final appeals before Tuesday primaries
Candidates in several House races made closing appeals Monday ahead of the June 23 primaries. Mayor Zohran Mamdani promoted three endorsed contenders while a Manhattan contest drew attention for its field of challengers.
nypost.compolitics18 days ago
Polymarket Shows Incumbents Leading in Two New York Primaries While One Mamdani-Backed Candidate Is Favored
Bettors on Polymarket have placed wagers on four New York congressional primaries scheduled for Tuesday, including three races featuring candidates backed by socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
middleeasteye.netpolitics18 days ago
New York rabbi says mayor's AIPAC remarks incite violence against Jews
A New York rabbi accused Mayor Zohran Mamdani of inciting violence against pro-Israel Jews after the mayor called the American Israel Public Affairs Committee "monsters" at a June 18 campaign rally. The Simon Wiesenthal Center also condemned the remarks.
indiatoday.intoday.inworld23 days ago
New York City Mayor Appears to Confirm Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Wedding Reports
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani appeared to verify reports that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce plan to marry over the July 4 weekend at Madison Square Garden. The statement follows earlier media coverage of the rumored event.
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New York Postbusiness28 days ago
Ken Griffin Adds 300-Unit Tower and 1,420-Space Garage to Miami Development While New York Projects $340–500 Million From Pied-à-Terre Tax
Citadel founder Ken Griffin has added residential and parking space to his Brickell project and acquired a 22-story condo building for demolition. The changes follow his public dispute with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani over the pied-à-terre tax.
nypost.compolitics29 days ago
U.S. Denies Visa to Mamdani; Petro Subject to Drug-Trafficking Probe
The State Department told Colombia to cancel a scheduled meeting in New York this week between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Gustavo Petro during United Nations events.
nypost.comsports31 days ago
NYC Announces Free Central Park Watch Party for 2026 World Cup Final Using $5M in City Funds
Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a July 19 event on the Great Lawn with capacity for 50,000 spectators. The screening is funded by state and city money and will be open to the public through a lottery.
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yardbarker.compolitics31 days ago
Trump to Attend Game 3 of NBA Finals as Knicks Host Spurs With 2-0 Series Lead
The New York Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night with a 2-0 series lead. President Donald Trump and Mayor Zohran Mamdani are both scheduled to attend.
Washington Examinerpolitics33 days ago
Maine Senate candidate’s campaign includes DSA recruiters and Mamdani adviser
Graham Platner’s campaign staff includes a couple who recruited him after knocking on his door and a strategist who worked on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s election. Platner leads incumbent Sen. Susan Collins by seven points in an average of recent polls.
jta.orgworld39 days ago
Israeli Knesset Delegation Joins New York Israel Day Parade as Mayor Declines to Attend
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana led a delegation of Israeli lawmakers from both coalition and opposition parties in New York’s annual Israel Day Parade on Sunday, May 31, 2026. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani boycotted the event.
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Reasonpolitics41 days ago
New York City Mayor Launches Commission on Government Efficiency
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a Commission on Government Efficiency to review city operations and reduce bureaucratic delays. The effort follows the dissolution of a prior charter revision commission and comes as the city prepares a $124.7 billion budget.
finance41 days ago
New York City Mayor Launches Commission on Government Efficiency
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani has created a Commission on Government Efficiency to review city spending. The new body follows earlier budget measures that included a withdrawn property-tax proposal and state funding secured by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
New York Postfinance42 days ago
NYC Mayor Mamdani Meets With JPMorgan CEO Dimon
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said he had a pleasant but direct meeting with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani last week. He told the mayor his views on taxes, crime, sanitation, schools, affordable housing and childcare.
New York Postworld42 days ago
New York City Mayor Creates Commission on Government Efficiency
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a Commission on Government Efficiency on Thursday. The panel will examine city procedures and propose ballot measures aimed at modernizing government operations.
foxnews.comfinance42 days ago
New York City Mayor Says He Will Skip Israel Day Parade
Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated he will not attend the Israel Day Parade scheduled for Sunday. He said city agencies have prepared for weeks to maintain security for participants.