Mamdani hires attorney who represented al Qaeda operative as chief counsel in New York City.
New York City’s Mayor-elect Names Controversial Lawyer as Chief Counsel On Tuesday, Zoran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, revealed that he has chosen Ramzi Qassem, a lawyer known for defending controversial figures, as the city’s chief legal officer. Mamdani will officially take office on January 1. In addition to Qassem’s appointment, Mamdani also […]
Eric Adams aims for NYC commission to change primaries and sanctuary status, and Mamdani might not be able to intervene, according to sources
Adams Considers Changes to Sanctuary Status Mayor Eric Adams is thinking about creating a committee that might revoke the city’s sanctuary status. Yet, it seems that Zoran Mamdani may not have the power to stop this move, as reported. According to sources, the outgoing mayor plans to select members for a new, independent charter revision […]
Zohran Mamdani relies on additional Adams appointees as key City Hall positions remain unfilled
Mamdani Takes Over Leadership Roles Ahead of Inauguration Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani shared on Monday that he will be assuming more departmental leadership positions from the outgoing Eric Adams administration, citing a number of essential roles that still need to be filled just days before he officially takes office. The 34-year-old Democratic Socialist confirmed he would […]
Zohran Mamdani will take the oath of office as NYC mayor at the former City Hall subway station.
Mamdani to Be Sworn In at Abandoned Subway Station On New Year’s Day, just after midnight, mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani will take his oath of office at a deserted subway station beneath City Hall Park, as announced by his transition team on Monday. New York State Attorney General Letitia James, a prominent supporter of the young […]
Blakeman asks Mamdani to dismiss activist from transition team for comments about police as ‘killers’: ‘Unacceptable’
Blakeman Calls for Fouzia’s Dismissal from Mamdani’s Transition Team Bruce Blakeman, a potential Republican candidate for governor, has urged mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani to promptly remove Kazi Fouzia from his transition team. Fouzia, an activist and member of the anti-police transition team, recently made headlines for previously labeling NYPD officers as “murderers.” Fouzia, who identifies as […]
The Adams-Tisch NYPD is surpassing crime records — urging Mamdani to maintain the momentum.
Under Commissioner Jessica Tisch, the New York Police Department has seen record low shooting rates this year, with murders also nearing a significant decline. It’s quite impressive, really. The pressing question is whether Zoran Mamdani, the incoming mayor, can sustain this progress, especially considering his stance on policing. As of December 21, the murder count […]
Elon Musk criticizes the choice of FDNY commissioner by NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.
Elon Musk Critiques NYC Mayor-Elect for FDNY Chief Appointment Elon Musk recently expressed his concerns regarding the appointment of a new fire chief in New York City by mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani. Musk, a notable figure from the Trump administration, indeed stirred quite a conversation when he stated that the selection of a woman without prior […]
Candidate backed by Mamdani dislikes American holidays such as Veterans Day and July 4th
A federal holiday isn’t seen as a cause for celebration by Abar Qawas, a candidate from Queens backed by New York Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani. Qawas, a Palestinian-American activist, said, “Holidays like the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Veterans Day, Columbus Day, and now Labor Day are supposed to symbolize victories for our people. However, they actually […]
Mamdani anticipates a ‘June celebration’ following Knicks’ NBA Cup victory
Knicks Celebrate NBA Cup Victory The New York Knicks are set to raise a championship banner for the first time since 1973. It’s not something they planned for, but an “NBA Cup Champions” banner will soon adorn Madison Square Garden, following their 124-113 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Las Vegas on Tuesday. Star […]
Terrorism and antisemitism are spreading globally – and Mamdani is not prepared to handle any of it
Many New Yorkers were already feeling uneasy about their next mayor, especially after recent tragic incidents in the U.S. and abroad that have underscored how ill-prepared Zoran Mamdani seems to be. The recent brutal murder of a Jewish man during Hanukkah by a Muslim father and son in Australia, along with the shooting of a […]