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Mamdani's Campaign Faces Backlash Amid Controversial Moves

12/28/2025

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Zohran Mamdani's New York City mayoral campaign has gained traction through grassroots support, but struggles to win over traditional power brokers.
His controversial appointment of Catherine Almonte Da Costa, who resigned over antisemitic tweets, has drawn Jewish leaders' concerns.
Mamdani's proposed Department of Community Safety could heighten tensions with police unions.
This precarious relationship with Governor Kathy Hochul could complicate tax-policy coordination with the state.

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Story summary

Zohran Mamdani's New York City mayoral campaign has gained traction through grassroots support, but struggles to win over traditional power brokers.
His controversial appointment of Catherine Almonte Da Costa, who resigned over antisemitic tweets, has drawn Jewish leaders' concerns.
Mamdani's proposed Department of Community Safety could heighten tensions with police unions.
This precarious relationship with Governor Kathy Hochul could complicate tax-policy coordination with the state.