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Mamdani Raises $1M for Transition, Plans Trump Meeting

11/20/2025

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Zohran Mamdani, the New York City Mayor-elect, announced a fundraising drive on social media to raise $4 million for his transition.
The campaign has raised $1 million from 12,000 donors at an average of $77.
Mamdani contrasted his fundraising approach with outgoing Mayor Eric Adams, who averaged $1,219 from 884 donors.
Mamdani plans to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss affordability and living costs.

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Zohran Mamdani, the New York City Mayor-elect, announced a fundraising drive on social media to raise $4 million for his transition.
The campaign has raised $1 million from 12,000 donors at an average of $77.
Mamdani contrasted his fundraising approach with outgoing Mayor Eric Adams, who averaged $1,219 from 884 donors.
Mamdani plans to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss affordability and living costs.