Mamdani's visit with Rikers Island jailbirds to break Ramadan fast has critics peeved: 'Disgusting'
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced intense criticism after breaking his Ramadan fast with Muslim inmates at Rikers Island, calling the visit one of his "most meaningful evenings" since taking office.
- Mamdani, the city's first Muslim mayor, emphasized his Muslim identity and described the event as a shared moment of dignity, but critics accused him of prioritizing criminals over crime victims.
- Law enforcement officials condemned Mamdani for visiting inmates and families of offenders while allegedly neglecting visits to victims and injured officers, especially after recent violent incidents.
- The visit was part of 17 iftar dinners the mayor attended citywide during Ramadan, marking the first time a NYC mayor celebrated Ramadan at Rikers.
- The Mayor’s office
