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GOP Lawmakers Demand Federal Denial for NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani

11/27/2025

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A group of House GOP lawmakers led by Rep. Andy Biggs urged U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to deny federal clearance to New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.
They allege Mamdani has "radical" ties and supports "violent movements," claiming such links would render him unfit for classified work and endanger law enforcement.
Mamdani co-founded a pro-Palestinian group and faces criticism over Israel, while pledging to serve all residents.

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A group of House GOP lawmakers led by Rep. Andy Biggs urged U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to deny federal clearance to New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.
They allege Mamdani has "radical" ties and supports "violent movements," claiming such links would render him unfit for classified work and endanger law enforcement.
Mamdani co-founded a pro-Palestinian group and faces criticism over Israel, while pledging to serve all residents.