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NYC Mayor Considers Detaining Netanyahu If He Arrives for UN General Assembly
politics1 month ago

NYC Mayor Considers Detaining Netanyahu If He Arrives for UN General Assembly

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he is reviewing whether the NYPD could detain Benjamin Netanyahu if the Israeli prime minister visits for the UN General Assembly, citing an ICC arrest warrant for war crimes in Gaza; he stresses he may not have authority yet and will consult the city law department, promising to follow New York law while Netanyahu and others dismiss the idea and legal and political hurdles loom.

via The Guardian|
#gaza#icc#netanyahu
Rapaport shifts Trump stance after hostage crisis, sets sights on NYC mayor
entertainment1 month ago

Rapaport shifts Trump stance after hostage crisis, sets sights on NYC mayor

Comedian Michael Rapaport says his long‑standing insults toward Donald Trump cooled after Hamas’s Oct. 7 attacks and the ensuing hostage crisis; conversations with hostage families and his experiences in Israel reshaped his view, leading him to stop disparaging Trump and focus on getting hostages home, while signaling a 2029 NYC mayoral bid with a hard-edged, street‑fighter campaign.

via Fox News|
#entertainment#hostages#israel
Mamdani rules out constitutional shortcut to White House bid
politics2 months ago

Mamdani rules out constitutional shortcut to White House bid

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani dismissed talk of amending the Constitution to allow a presidential run, saying the document is fine as is and noting he’s ineligible as a naturalized citizen born abroad. He’ll stay focused on NYC politics, celebrated three endorsed candidates’ wins in recent NYC primaries, and avoided endorsing (or rejected) prison-abolition policies while stressing that safety remains a priority.

via New York Post|
#2028-presidential-election#constitution#nyc-mayor
NYC Mayor Mamdani Promises Bold Governance and Housing Reforms
local-politics7 months ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani Promises Bold Governance and Housing Reforms

Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as NYC's first Muslim mayor and the youngest in over a century, promising to govern expansively as a Democratic socialist. On his first day, he signed executive orders to address the housing crisis, rescinding those from his predecessor, and emphasized a commitment to housing quality and combating antisemitism, while affirming his principles and bold approach to governance.

via Axios|
#democratic-socialist#housing-crisis#inauguration
Zohran Mamdani vows to govern boldly and bring sweeping change to NYC
local7 months ago

Zohran Mamdani vows to govern boldly and bring sweeping change to NYC

Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the mayor of New York City, becoming the first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor, and the city's youngest in generations. He pledged to use government power to support the working class, including proposals for free child care, free buses, and rent freezes, emphasizing a democratic socialist approach. His inauguration was historic, with notable figures and a large crowd celebrating his leadership and vision for the city.

via AP News|
#democratic-socialist#first-muslim-mayor#inauguration
Mamdani's Administration: Key Appointments and Controversies
politics7 months ago

Mamdani's Administration: Key Appointments and Controversies

Zohran Mamdani, a young NYC mayoral winner, is forming his administration with a mix of experienced and new officials, including key roles like first deputy mayor Dean Fuleihan, chief of staff Elle Bisgaard-Church, and various deputy mayors overseeing housing, health, operations, and more, reflecting a balance of experience, diversity, and ideological spectrum.

via City & State New York|
#city-officials#diversity#mamdani-administration
Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as NYC's 112th Mayor in Unique Ceremony
local-politics8 months ago

Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as NYC's 112th Mayor in Unique Ceremony

Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the 112th mayor of New York City in an intimate ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, becoming the city's first Muslim mayor and of South Asian descent. His inauguration included a public celebration in the Canyon of Heroes, and he appointed Mike Flynn as the new Department of Transportation commissioner to focus on improving city transit and streets.

via CBS News|
#inauguration#local-politics#new-york-city
Zohran Mamdani Announces Key Appointments in City Administration
politics8 months ago

Zohran Mamdani Announces Key Appointments in City Administration

Zohran Mamdani, a young NYC mayor-elect with limited management experience, has begun forming his administration, appointing experienced and diverse officials including Dean Fuleihan as first deputy mayor, Elle Bisgaard-Church as chief of staff, Leila Bozorg for housing, Julie Su for economic justice, Jessica Tisch as police commissioner, Sherif Soliman as budget director, and Jahmila Edwards for intergovernmental affairs, aiming to balance experience, diversity, and policy priorities.

via City & State New York|
#city-governance#diversity#mamdani-administration
Trump Criticizes Mamdani Amid NYC Election Tensions
politics9 months ago

Trump Criticizes Mamdani Amid NYC Election Tensions

Zohran Mamdani's election as NYC mayor faces potential challenges from President Trump, who has threatened to withhold federal funds, which constitute a significant portion of the city's budget, in response to Mamdani's progressive policies. While Trump has not specified exact funding cuts, his threats could impact key areas like affordable housing and infrastructure, though Congress ultimately controls federal spending. Mamdani dismisses these threats as political posturing.

via Axios|
#federal-funding-threats#mamdani#new-york-city-budget