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Zohran Mamdani Wins NYC Mayoral Race Amid Controversy

12/4/2025

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Zohran Mamdani won the 2025 New York City mayoral election, defeating Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa.
Jalen Brunson led write-in votes with 29, followed by Aaron Judge with 11 and Jaxson Dart with 6.
Critics fear Mamdani's proposed tax hikes could drive businesses out of the city.
Dave Portnoy criticized Mamdani, labeling him a communist unfit for leadership.

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Story summary

Zohran Mamdani won the 2025 New York City mayoral election, defeating Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa.
Jalen Brunson led write-in votes with 29, followed by Aaron Judge with 11 and Jaxson Dart with 6.
Critics fear Mamdani's proposed tax hikes could drive businesses out of the city.
Dave Portnoy criticized Mamdani, labeling him a communist unfit for leadership.