Zohran Mamdani wins NYC mayor’s race, capping a stunning ascent

Zohran Mamdani Wins NYC Mayor's Race

Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state lawmaker, has been elected mayor of New York City, marking a significant milestone in the city's history.

With this victory, Mamdani will become the city's first Muslim mayor, the first of South Asian heritage, and the first born in Africa.

Mamdani's unlikely rise gives credence to Democrats who have urged the party to embrace more progressive, left-wing candidates.

Author's summary: Zohran Mamdani becomes NYC's first Muslim mayor.

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