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Van Hollen Backs Mamdani for NYC Mayor, Urges Action

9/14/2025

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Senator Chris Van Hollen endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, calling on Democratic leaders to do the same.
He criticized party leadership for inaction, which he believes allows Trump to exploit divisions.
Van Hollen highlighted Mamdani's focus on affordability as a threat to Trump and financial elites.
He described the hesitance among Democrats to endorse Mamdani as a political mistake.
Van Hollen urged the party to tackle economic issues while addressing deportations and political violence.

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Senator Chris Van Hollen endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, calling on Democratic leaders to do the same.
He criticized party leadership for inaction, which he believes allows Trump to exploit divisions.
Van Hollen highlighted Mamdani's focus on affordability as a threat to Trump and financial elites.
He described the hesitance among Democrats to endorse Mamdani as a political mistake.
Van Hollen urged the party to tackle economic issues while addressing deportations and political violence.