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Rent freezes, Gaza politics: what Mamdani's victory means for New York

Mamdani's campaign emphasized rent freezes, free buses, and expanded child care services in a message that resonated with younger voters.

Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani waves to his supporters after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, at an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, November 4, 2025.
New York City Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani celebrates during an election night event at the Brooklyn Paramount Theater in Brooklyn, New York on November 4, 2025.

Jewish NYC vote breakdown: 63% for Cuomo, 33% for Mamdani in mayoral race

Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, at an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, November 4, 2025.

Mamdani: 'We will build a city hall that does not waver in fight against scourge of antisemitism'

Democratic candidate for New York City Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, shakes the hand of a cab driver while campaigning in Manhattan's Upper East Side neighborhood during early voting, in New York City, U.S., October 27, 2025

Mamdani winning in NY means antisemitism can win elections, would impact Jews globally - editorial


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.

Supporters 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.

Zohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral election as Cuomo, Sliwa, concede race

NYC mayoral race draws out 2 million voters as polls close • Democratic governors win in New Jersey, Virginia

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.

US elections: New Jersey, Virginia, NYC mayoral race test voter sentiment on Trump’s presidency

With high stakes in New Jersey, Virginia, and NYC, Tuesday's races could signal the direction of US politics in the Trump era.

Illustrative, NYC mayoral candidate, Zohran Mamdani and US President, Donald Trump.

Trump threatens New York, Tomer-Yerushalmi case deepens - November 4, 2025

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

A yellow concrete block placed by the Israeli army is seen along the Yellow Line in the northern Gaza Strip, November 2, 2025

Tensions rise as NYC mayoral race sees Jewish community split over Mamdani

Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis warns that Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral campaign has sparked concerns within the Jewish community, with some considering aliyah or relocating to Florida.

 Israel's consul general to New York, Ofir Akunis, in his Manhattan office, August 14, 2024. (Luke Tress)

Trump backs Cuomo, threatens to cut funds for New York City if Mamdani wins

Trump stated it is "highly unlikely" that he will provide federal funding to New York City beyond the "very minimum as required" if the Democratic candidate wins the upcoming mayoral election.

US President Donald Trump looks on as he speaks to members of the media on board Air Force One en route to Joint Base Andrews, US, November 2, 2025

If Mamdani is elected, the Big Apple will rot - opinion

New Yorkers, do not be fooled by Zohran’s youth or charm. You have one shot to shape the next decade. Will you accept Mamdani’s dangerous platform or stabilize everyone’s city?

ZOHRAN MAMDANI attends a campaign event in the Bronx last week. Jews and non-Jews alike have called him a raging antisemite, terrorist sympathizer, ardent socialist, and a polarizing figure, says the writer.

Mamdani takes jab at Cuomo in social media post after Trump's expression of support

Trump had said in a recent CBS interview that he would pick a bad democrat over a communist any day, prompting Mamdani to 'congratulate' his opponent for the endorsement.

Independent candidate and former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo greets Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani before participating in a mayoral debate, in New York, US, October 16, 2025.

NYC mayoral election day looms in vote of consequence for city’s Jews

The city's Jewish community has been divided in its support of Mamdani, with some rabbis arguing that those in favor of the Muslim candidate are voting for him despite his anti-Israel history.

People walk towards a polling site during early voting in the New York City mayoral election in Manhattan in New York City, US, October 27, 2025.

Satmar Ahronim rift: Leaders endorse Cuomo after another backs Mamdani

Following the endorsements, both Cuomo and Mamdani responded, thanking the community's leaders and promising to make New York better for all.

Satmar Jews walk in Williamsburg, Brooklyn on December 16, 2023.

Obama calls Mamdani, praises campaign ahead of November 4 NYC mayoral election

Former US president Barack Obama phoned New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, offering support and guidance ahead of the November 4 election.

 Former US president Barack Obama listens to speakers on a panel at the Obama Foundation Democracy Forum in Chicago, Illinois, US. December 5, 2024.