New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani called his win a mandate for change and working-class representation, celebrating victories "against all odds" and emphasizing that "this city is your city and this democracy is yours too."
Former President Obama congratulated Democratic candidates on their victories, calling them a sign of unity. Democrats won major races, including NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Virginia's historic statewide offices, New Jersey Governor, and local mayors, while defending Pennsylvania's Supreme
Though not an endorsement, the 30-minute call signalled quiet support as Democrats remain divided over Mamdani's candidacy, the New York Times reported.
Early voting in New York City's mayoral race began on Saturday, with voters across the city starting to cast their ballots ahead of the November 4 general election, the New York Post reported.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has endorsed Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani for mayor, praising his affordability agenda. Mamdani leads polls by 22 points over Andrew Cuomo, who remains in the race. Trump called Mamdani "my little communist mayor," while Democrats remain divided, Al Jazeer
"The method of campaigning in cities by Mamdani is an example for Congress. Will we dare? Are we ready to raise our voice against injustice? Rahul Gandhi ji has rightly said, O Congress workers, "Do not fear." Our election symbol is the hand. That is, the "fearless gesture." Fight fearlessly
Actor-turned-politician and BJP MP from Mandi, Kangana Ranaut has taken to her social media, questioning the cultural and religious identity of Zohran Mamdani, the Indian-origin politician who recently won the Democratic primary in the race for New York City mayor.
Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani has been disbarred over his part in Donald Trump's election interference efforts in 2020, a New York State appellate court ruled on Tuesday, reported CNN.
New York mayor Eric Adams has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 1993 in a lawsuit, seeking at least USD 5 million, according to the New York Post.
The Deputy Commissioner at the New York City Mayor's office, Dilip Chauhan lauded the historic development of observing Diwali as a public school holiday for the first time in its history.