Zohran Mamdani

Why Jewish peoplehood does not fit Mamdani’s universalism - opinion

Zohran Mamdani appears willing to accept imperfection almost everywhere except Israel. That becomes the “exception” in the universalism he promises.

Zohran Mamdani looks on at Old City Hall Staion on the day he is sworn in as mayor of New York City, New York, US, Thursday, Jan 1st 2026.
NEW YORK CITY Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani speaks at the foot of a monument to US founding father Thomas Jefferson.

Mamdani defends activist Mahmoud Khalil amid Trump administration deportation push

Antisemitic vandalism found at a playground in Brooklyn.

Teens arrested after allegedly spray painting dozens of swastikas on Brooklyn playground

NEW YORK CITY mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani speaks at a news conference at City Hall Park last week. Jews have a sacred obligation to their homeland; neither international law nor a mayor should obstruct them, the writer argues.

Mamdani tells 'The View' he would push rent freeze, vows to fight antisemitism


Mamdani accuses Israel of 'genocide' with US funding during White House meeting with Trump

Trump, a former New York resident, has labeled Mamdani, 34, as a "radical left lunatic," a communist, and a "Jew hater."

U.S. President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani speak to members of the media as they meet in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 21, 2025

Jewish safety must top Trump-Mamdani meeting agenda - editorial

US President Trump’s meeting with Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani spotlights concerns over the safety of New York’s Jewish community amid rising antisemitism and tense rhetoric.

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

Mamdani says Israel immigration event misused ‘sacred space’ after protest outside NYC synagogue

Protestors reportedly shouted phrases including “globalize the intifada” and “death to the IDF” as well as insults toward pro-Israel counter-protesters.

Pro-Palestinian protesters gather for a 'No Settlers on Stolen Land' protest outside the Park East Synagogue in Manhattan, hosted by Nefesh B'nefesh, an organization that helps American Jews immigrate to Israel, Nov. 19, 2025.

Trump to meet NYC mayor-elect Mamdani at White House on Friday

Mamdani told reporters earlier this week that his team had reached out to the White House to arrange a meeting. According to Trump, "We have agreed that this meeting will take place [...] on Friday."

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

New York police commissioner credited with crime drop to stay on under Mamdani

Mayor-elect Mamdani announced that Commissioner Jessica Tisch would be staying on Wednesday. Earlier this year, Mamdani apologized to the city's police for previous criticism.

Jessica Tisch addresses the audience as the newest New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner after being sworn in by New York City Mayor Eric Adams at a ceremony at NYPD headquarters in New York City, US, November 25, 2024.

Likes don't equal influence: Why Jewish advocacy's digital strategy is failing - opinion

The Jewish world has spent millions on pro-Israel influencers, but merely being seen is a ‘digital illusion’.

Hen Mazzig is an Israeli-raised author and social critic.

Zohran Mamdani's NYC win signals risk for Arab peace advocates - analysis

For Arab peace advocates, Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York mayor is a cautionary sign that they take a risk speaking.

Left-wing populist figures like Zohran Mamdani use their platforms with fierce and relentless hostility toward Israel.

Geneva’s Disneyland of deceit sets the stage for UN’s betrayal of Jews, Israel - opinion

Geneva used to symbolized the League of Nations’ high hopes, then the post-World War II dreams. Today, it’s the stage setting for the UN’s betrayal of the Jews, of Israel, and of its founding ideals.

FROM LEFT: Former American Jewish Committee CEO David Harris, the writer, and Permanent Representative of Israel to the UN in Geneva Daniel Meron celebrate Zionism in Geneva.

The next Mamdanis: Ossé latest in slew of progressives aiming to oust moderate democrats

Katie Wilson, 43, unseated democratic Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell on November 4. She, like Mamdani, focused her campaign on addressing Seattle’s affordability.

New York City council member Chi Ossé talks with an attendee during an election night gathering for New York mayoral candidate, State Rep. Zohran Mamdani (D-NY) at The Greats of Craft LIC on June 24, 2025 in the Long Island City neighborhood of the Queens borough in New York City.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams sits down with Prime Minister Netanyahu in Tel Aviv

Eric Adams meets Netanyahu in Tel Aviv during his final days in office, highlighting his support for Israel.

New York City former Mayor Eric Adams looks on an event to mark the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, in Central Park, New York City, US, October 7, 2024.