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Catherine Almonte Da Costa Resigns Over Resurfaced Antisemitic Posts

12/20/2025

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Da Costa Resigns Amid Controversy

Catherine Almonte Da Costa resigned one day after being named Director of Appointments, after antisemitic posts from 2011–2012 resurfaced and were highlighted by the Anti-Defamation League.
Da Costa expressed remorse, saying her past comments do not reflect her current views.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani accepted her resignation amid Jewish community concerns about his stance on Israel.
He will be sworn in as New York City's first Muslim mayor on January 1.

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Adams Celebrates Achievements

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He highlighted achievements in crime reduction, housing development, and educational improvements.
A time capsule was buried at City Hall containing items representing his administration's efforts, including an identification card (ID) for migrants, marking a first for a mayoral administration.
Adams is set to travel to Mexico City, his fourth overseas trip since October.

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Da Costa Resigns Amid Controversy

Catherine Almonte Da Costa resigned one day after being named Director of Appointments, after antisemitic posts from 2011–2012 resurfaced and were highlighted by the Anti-Defamation League.
Da Costa expressed remorse, saying her past comments do not reflect her current views.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani accepted her resignation amid Jewish community concerns about his stance on Israel.
He will be sworn in as New York City's first Muslim mayor on January 1.

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