Head of de Blasio’s $1B ThriveNYC project manages a stylish DUMBO shop and is now part of Zohran Mamdani’s transition team
Transition Team Appointment Sparks Controversy Even if you don’t succeed right away, persistence can lead to future success. Former director of the contentious $1 billion Thrive New York City mental health initiative, Susan Herman, who also owns the popular Plum boutique in Dumbo, has joined Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s transition team. Herman’s shop features locally sourced, […]
Charter schools in NYC overlooked by Zohran Mamdani’s transition team as special interests take control of positions
Mayor-elect’s Transition Team Draws Criticism for Lack of Charter School Representation Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s transition team has faced backlash for not including charter school representatives, despite the fact that around 15% of students in New York City attend these schools. The democratic socialist didn’t appoint anyone from the charter sector to the Youth and Education […]
Rep. Elise Stefanik pushes back against Hochul after urging the dismissal of ‘nightmare’ Mamdani’s transition team choice
On Tuesday, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik took issue with Governor Kathy Hochul regarding a member of Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s transition team who has shown support for a notorious cop killer. Lumumba Bandele, a known figure associated with Black supremacist ideologies, was appointed to Mamdani’s community organizing committee on Monday, despite his connections to Black Liberation Army […]
Researcher on reparations who calls the economy racist joins Mamdani’s economic council
New York City Mayor-elect Names Transition Team Focused on Economic Justice Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani of New York City has introduced an economic and workforce development transition team, spearheaded by reparations advocate Darick Hamilton. This team will explore the disparities in the U.S. economy and governmental policies, which they deem reflect systemic racism. Hamilton, an Oberlin […]
Boston’s mayor Michelle Wu opposes Trump’s friendly relationship after Zohran Mamdani’s close visit to the White House
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu made it clear she’s not looking for a friendly relationship with the federal government, especially after New York City Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s recent cordial meeting with President Trump. Progressive Democrats, who share Mamdani’s views, stressed to local media that they prefer not to mirror the unusually friendly atmosphere of his visit […]
Mamdani’s victory in the mayoral race is creating division among New York City’s Upper East Side elite.
Mothers living in Manhattan’s Upper East Side are caught up in a heated Facebook debate regarding the recent mayoral election of Zoran Mamdani. This online tussle became newsworthy when left-leaning New York magazine highlighted the feud between two private chat groups: Moms of the Upper East Side (MUES) and UES Mommas. As the votes were […]
FDNY commissioner who resigned due to Zohran Mamdani’s election speaks out
Robert Tucker, the former FDNY Director, has spoken out following his resignation, which came after Zoran Mamdani’s victory in the mayoral election. Tucker expressed his dismay regarding Mamdani’s socialist campaign from the onset. As a Jewish philanthropist and businessman, Tucker was particularly troubled by Mamdani’s criticism of Israel during the campaign. He shared his thoughts […]
DSA leaders in NYC earn key positions in Zohran Mamdani’s transition team
Transition Team Announced for Mayor-Elect Zoran Mamdani Zoran Mamdani’s transition team is taking shape, led by two key figures from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in New York City. This past Monday, as part of his preparations for assuming office, Mamdani appointed a recognized progressive advocate—someone with a history in Bill de Blasio’s administration—to […]
Adjacent county implementing security technology at NYC border following Mamdani’s victory
Nassau County Executive Takes Security Measures Following Mayor-Elect’s Win Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican from nearby New York City, has announced plans to enhance security along the city’s border after the election of Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani. Blakeman, who recently won re-election to serve a second term in the mostly Democratic county, emphasized in […]
Sen Budd’s legislation responds to NYC mayor-elect Mamdani’s promise to arrest Netanyahu.
Senate Republicans Challenge NYC Mayor-Elect Over Arrest Pledge Senate Republicans are aiming to confront New York’s Mayor-elect, Zoran Mamdani, regarding his intentions to have Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrested in Congress. Senator Ted Budd from North Carolina is set to propose legislation that would restrict funding to cities that adhere to warrants issued by […]