Mamdani's victory polarizes D.C. pols, Long Island officials

Reactions to Mamdani's Victory

Democrats congratulated Zohran Mamdani on his decisive win in New York City's mayoral race, while Republicans issued warnings.

Long Island officials, including two members of Congress, kept their distance from Mamdani.

Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and New York State GOP Chair Ed Cox, claimed Mamdani's victory solidifies the Democrats' transformation to a big-government, socialist party.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries dismissed these Republican depictions.

Author's summary: Mamdani's win sparks partisan reactions.

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