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Mayor-elect Mamdani to Be Sworn in at Historic Midnight Ceremony

12/30/2025

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Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City's 111th mayor during a private midnight ceremony at the Old City Hall subway station on January 1, 2026.
Attorney General Letitia James will administer the oath.
The private ceremony highlights the Old City Hall station's significance since its 1904 opening.
A public swearing-in will follow at City Hall, featuring Senator Bernie Sanders, with over 40,000 attendees expected.

History

Historical Context

The Old City Hall subway station opened on October 27, 1904, as the southern terminal of New York City's first subway line, reflecting the city's rapid urbanization. By 2023, the subway system expanded to over 300 miles. Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's private swearing-in ceremony at this historic site highlights its cultural significance and the ongoing evolution of civic engagement in New York City.

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Story summary

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City's 111th mayor during a private midnight ceremony at the Old City Hall subway station on January 1, 2026.
Attorney General Letitia James will administer the oath.
The private ceremony highlights the Old City Hall station's significance since its 1904 opening.
A public swearing-in will follow at City Hall, featuring Senator Bernie Sanders, with over 40,000 attendees expected.

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