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Mamdani Faces Backlash for Endorsing Controversial Candidate Kawas

11/19/2025

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Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, endorsed Aber Kawas for his former State Assembly seat.
Aber Kawas is controversial for linking the 9/11 attacks to issues like white supremacy and capitalism.
Critics, including fellow Democrats, express outrage at Mamdani's support for Kawas.
Mamdani plans to reach out to President Donald Trump to seek collaboration.
Trump has threatened to withhold federal funds if Mamdani's policies lead to economic decline.

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Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, endorsed Aber Kawas for his former State Assembly seat.
Aber Kawas is controversial for linking the 9/11 attacks to issues like white supremacy and capitalism.
Critics, including fellow Democrats, express outrage at Mamdani's support for Kawas.
Mamdani plans to reach out to President Donald Trump to seek collaboration.
Trump has threatened to withhold federal funds if Mamdani's policies lead to economic decline.