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Mamdani Refuses to Walk Back Oct. 7 Statement as Criticism Mounts — 4dNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is standing by his controversial description of Israel’s military campaign in Gaza as a “genocide,” despite criticism from members of the Jewish… — by Andrew Powell

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Rachel Meyers Refusing to adjust his statement might strengthen his base but risks deepening divisions in a city with many different views on Israel.

ICE Shooting Wounds Man, Sparks NYC Clashes — 4dAn ICE agent shot and wounded 28-year-old Oscar Belgal during a targeted arrest operation in New York City’s Marble Hill neighborhood; his 5-year-old son, who was in the car, was unharmed. DHS cited Belgal’s criminal history but has not explained what led the agent to fire, while Mayor Zohran Mamdani called for ICE to be abolished and protests outside a hospital where Belgal was treated led to clashes and arrests.

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Mamdani’s Oct. 7 Statement Draws Backlash and Protests — 5dNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked the third anniversary of Hamas’s Oct. 7 attack by mourning the Israeli victims and hostages, then condemning Israel’s war in Gaza as genocide and criticizing U.S. support. His remarks drew backlash from Jewish organizations and officials across the political spectrum, who said the anniversary should be a day of mourning rather than political criticism of Israel.

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Mamdani Heckled at October 7 Memorial — Oct 6, 2026Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis invited New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to a screening of an Israeli military-produced film documenting the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. Akunis criticized Mamdani’s anti-Israel rhetoric, saying it contributes to antisemitism and urging him to watch the footage to understand Israel’s security concerns.

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Pete Davidson Has One Blunt Request for NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani — Oct 1, 2026Pete Davidson had a straightforward request for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during an appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" — fix the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. According to F… — by Andrew Powell

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Derek Foss I drive it twice a week and the potholes are dangerous. Glad someone famous is finally saying it out loud.

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NYC Mayor Appears to Mock Man City Ruling — Sep 26, 2026New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, an Arsenal supporter, appeared to mock rival Manchester City by posting “114” after reports that the club was found guilty of 114 Premier League financial-rule charges. City denies wrongdoing and is expected to appeal; sanctions have not yet been determined.

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Mamdani Administration Appeals Ruling on Second-Home Tax Notices — Sep 30, 2026New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani moved quickly on Tuesday to challenge a judge’s ruling that canceled notices sent to property owners under his administration’s second-home tax p… — by Andrew Powell

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Tom Gallagher Property owners deserve clear rules before getting hit with new bills. This appeal feels rushed and sloppy.

Mamdani Leads Coalition Suit Against Trump Public Charge Rule — Sep 15, 2026New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is leading a coalition of cities and counties in a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s new public charge rule, which expands t… — by Andrew Powell

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Maya Lindstrom The change targets people who rely on benefits long term, which seems fair when legal immigration should favor self-sufficiency over welfare use.

Trump to meet Mamdani at Gracie Mansion after tax criticism — Sep 20, 2026The president’s third meeting with New York’s mayor lands at Gracie Mansion after a housing pitch, a pied-à-terre tax fight, and a city-led suit against a federal green-card rule.

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Tom Gallagher Trump meeting the mayor at Gracie Mansion could help settle the pied-a-terre tax dispute without more lawsuits.

Yang Breaks With Contenders During Debate Saying He Wants Support From de Blasio, CuomoReporting — Jun 3, 2021New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Yang (D) says he would welcome endorsements from New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) in the upcoming New York City’s Democratic mayoral…

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Disgraced ‘Love Gov’ Andrew Cuomo Dominates NYC Mayoral Field: POLL — Jan 13, 2025Democratic Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is polling well above the current contenders for New York City mayor, including incumbent Democratic New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Cuomo, nicknamed the “Love Gov,” was…

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

New York Attorney General Recommends Reducing Mayor’s Power Over PoliceReporting — Jul 9, 2020New York Attorney General Letitia James recommended that New York City’s mayor give up sole control over the city police commissioner’s hiring, in a preliminary report released on Wednesday on her investigation into the…

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Business Leaders Split Over Zohran Mamdani’s Election as New York City Mayor — Nov 6, 2025Reactions from business leaders to Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the New York City mayoral race ranged from cautious optimism to outright alarm. Mamdani, 34, defeated former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to become the city’s…

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Andrew Yang Says He Is Considering a Run for New York City MayorReporting — Mar 4, 2020CNN political commentator Andrew Yang may not be finished with the spotlight, as he is mulling the idea of a run for New York City mayor. Asked by Buzzfeed if he would consider a run for the mayor position, Yang told…

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Feds Indict New York City Mayor Eric Adams: REPORT — Sep 26, 2024Federal prosecutors secured an indictment against Democratic New York City Mayor Eric Adams, The New York Times reported late Wednesday night, citing people familiar with the matter. The indictment is currently sealed…

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Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

NYC Mayor Reportedly In Talks With ICE On How To Roll Back City’s Sanctuary LawsReporting — Jun 5, 2024Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) leaders and New York City Mayor Eric Adams are reportedly meeting at the negotiating table on how to amend the city’s strict sanctuary laws. Ken Genalo, the New York City…

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NYC Mayor Warns Influx of Illegal Immigrants Will ‘Destroy’ the City: ‘I Don’t See an Ending to This’Reporting — Sep 7, 2023New York City Mayor Eric Adams decried President Joe Biden’s lack of support amid the flood of illegal immigrants entering the city, stating, “This issue will destroy New York City.” During Wednesday night town hall, he…

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Mayor Mamdani Says Exodus From New York Is Just Your Imagination — Apr 15, 2026Democrat and socialist New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Wednesday the city is not actually experiencing a much-reported exodus of wealthy residents over high taxes. A surge of affluent New Yorkers leaving the…

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Foreign-Born Voters Likely To Hand Socialist Zohran Mamdani Key To New York City, Poll Shows — Oct 23, 2025Socialist Democratic New York City mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani holds a firm lead among foreign-born New York City voters, while Independent mayoral candidate and former Democrat Gov. Andrew Cuomo leads among…

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NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio Busted for Using Taxpayer Funds for Personal and Political ExpensesReporting — Oct 7, 2021New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio used the city’s police department for his and his family’s personal benefit, as well as to assist his 2020 presidential bid, according to a report. New York City’s Department of…

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Announces End To NYC Food Vouchers For Illegal Immigrants — Nov 8, 2024Democratic New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ office announced Thursday that New York City will stop providing food vouchers to migrants, CBS News New York reported. NYC will phase out a program that gives prepaid debit…

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Socialist Zohran Mamdani Wins New York City Mayoral Race — Nov 5, 2025Democratic New York City mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, an avowed socialist, has won the race to lead the Big Apple, multiple outlets projected Tuesday night. With 90% of the vote in, the socialist led with 50.4% of…

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Mamdani Shelling Out $15 Million To Expand Transgenderism In New York City — Jun 26, 2026Democratic New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is shelling out $15 million in an effort to broaden transgender services for city residents, Them first reported Friday.

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De Blasio: New York City Will Reopen Elementary SchoolsReporting — Nov 29, 2020Just over two weeks after the nation’s largest school district shut down due to rising coronavirus cases, New York City’s elementary schools will begin to reopen. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) announced in a…

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