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Mayor's Wife Faces Backlash for Controversial Social Media Likes

3/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Rama Duwaji, wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, faced scrutiny for liking posts that dismissed a New York Times sexual violence report on October 7, 2023 Hamas attack as a "mass rape" hoax.
The Free Press reported Duwaji engaged with 70 posts critical of Israel, including calls to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu.
Mamdani defended his wife as a private person while reiterating condemnation of Hamas and October 7 violence.

History

Historical Context

Eric Adams was elected as New York City's second Black mayor on November 2, 2021, winning 67.4% of the vote against Republican Curtis Sliwa. His campaign focused on crime and public safety amid rising tensions over political discourse, particularly regarding Israel and Palestine. Adams's election reflects ongoing challenges in navigating complex social issues and the impact of political affiliations on public perception.

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Story summary

Rama Duwaji, wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, faced scrutiny for liking posts that dismissed a New York Times sexual violence report on October 7, 2023 Hamas attack as a "mass rape" hoax.
The Free Press reported Duwaji engaged with 70 posts critical of Israel, including calls to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu.
Mamdani defended his wife as a private person while reiterating condemnation of Hamas and October 7 violence.

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