Zohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral election as Cuomo, Sliwa, concede race
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ZOHRAN MAMDANI, Democratic candidate (R), during a mayoral debate with Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa (C) and Independent candidate Andrew Cuomo, in New York City, Oct. 16, 2025.(photo credit: Angelina Katsanis/Pool via REUTERS)
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Zohran Mamdani defeats Andrew Cuomo to win New York City mayoral race
Mamdani beat out former New York governor Andrew Cuomo in a record-breaking race for voter turnout.
ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFSupporters of Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani reacts to initial projections of his win during an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, U.S., November 4, 2025.(photo credit: REUTERS/JEENAH MOON)Go to the full article > >
Decision Desk projects Mamdani as NYC mayoral election winner
• The Race: New York City mayoral election between three main candidates: Zohran Mamdani (Democrat), Andrew Cuomo (Democrat), and Curtis Sliwa (Republican)
• Poll Closing: Polls set to close at 4 a.m. Israeli time (9 p.m. ET on November 4, 2025)
• Key Issue: Jewish community concerns about candidate Zohran Mamdani's positions on Israel, with the race sparking significant controversy
• Federal Stakes: President Trump has threatened to cut federal funding to NYC beyond minimum required levels if Mamdani wins
• Financial Policy: Mamdani has pledged not to invest city pension funds in Israel bonds and supports his "Not On Our Dime" bill targeting donations to Israeli settlements
• Community Impact: Israeli Consul General reports some Jewish New Yorkers are considering aliyah (moving to Israel) or relocating to Florida due to concerns about Mamdani's candidacy
• National Significance: This election, along with races in New Jersey and Virginia, is seen as a test of voter sentiment during Trump's presidency
• Latest Polling: Mamdani is reportedly pulling ahead of Cuomo and Sliwa as polls close
