Zohran Mamdani Is Sworn In as Mayor of New York City
The New York Times••nation
Key Points:
- Zohran Mamdani was officially sworn in as mayor of New York City just after midnight on New Year’s Day, marking a significant milestone in his political career.
- The ceremony took place in an abandoned subway station near City Hall, adding a unique and symbolic backdrop to the event.
- Mamdani, 34, rose from an obscure state lawmaker to become the city’s first Muslim and first South Asian mayor, capturing national and international attention.
- The event featured Mamdani, his wife Rama Duwaji, and New York State Attorney General Letitia James arriving by subway and engaging in lighthearted conversation before the swearing-in.
