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Bill Maher Slams Mamdani Amid Controversial Campaign Tactics

10/27/2025

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Bill Maher criticized Zohran Mamdani for campaigning with Imam Siraj Wahhaj, an unindicted co-conspirator in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.
He also questioned Mamdani's dual Ugandan citizenship amid Uganda's anti-LGBTQ laws.
Kate Bedingfield (White House communications director) defended Mamdani, calling Cuomo's attacks ugly and suggesting his victory could benefit the Democratic Party.
The election is set for November 4, with Mamdani currently leading in the polls.

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Bill Maher criticized Zohran Mamdani for campaigning with Imam Siraj Wahhaj, an unindicted co-conspirator in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.
He also questioned Mamdani's dual Ugandan citizenship amid Uganda's anti-LGBTQ laws.
Kate Bedingfield (White House communications director) defended Mamdani, calling Cuomo's attacks ugly and suggesting his victory could benefit the Democratic Party.
The election is set for November 4, with Mamdani currently leading in the polls.