Zohran Mamdani Wins Democratic NYC Mayoral Primary

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist from Queens, won the Democratic primary for New York City mayor, defeating former Governor Andrew M. Cuomo by a significant margin. Mamdani's progressive platform, which includes free bus service, child care, and publicly owned grocery stores, resonated with younger voters concerned about the city's affordability crisis. He pledged to be a mayor for all New Yorkers and framed his victory as part of a grassroots movement. Cuomo conceded the race, acknowledging Mamdani's win shortly after polls closed. Mamdani now faces a competitive general election in November, as Democrats nationwide look for new leadership amid challenges posed by President Trump and internal party dissatisfaction.