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Adams Slams Mamdani's Iran Airstrike Critique Amid Tensions

3/3/2026

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Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams criticized Zohran Mamdani for labeling airstrikes on Iran illegal.
Adams argued such statements ignore Iran's history of terrorism and abuses.
He said leadership must recognize the threat posed by Iran.
Mamdani claimed people want peace and relief from economic issues, not further conflict.
Bruce Blakeman, Republican gubernatorial candidate, accused Mamdani of siding with Iran and criticized Hochul for not condemning him.

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Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams criticized Zohran Mamdani for labeling airstrikes on Iran illegal.
Adams argued such statements ignore Iran's history of terrorism and abuses.
He said leadership must recognize the threat posed by Iran.
Mamdani claimed people want peace and relief from economic issues, not further conflict.
Bruce Blakeman, Republican gubernatorial candidate, accused Mamdani of siding with Iran and criticized Hochul for not condemning him.