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New York's First Muslim Mayor Sworn In

New York's First Muslim Mayor Sworn In

Update: 2026-01-01
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Zohran Mamdani, the first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor of New York City, took the oath of office in a private ceremony at the historic City Hall station. He praised public transit and named Mike Flynn as his transportation commissioner. Mamdani, a former state assembly member, inherits a city rebounding from COVID, but faces challenges like crime, trash, and subway delays. He steps into the role with experienced team members and a public swearing-in planned for later today.

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New York's First Muslim Mayor Sworn In

New York's First Muslim Mayor Sworn In