Democratic Rifts Deepen Over NYC Mayoral Race

Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) criticized New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, arguing that his progressive platform and primary victory could damage the Democratic Party's image nationally, particularly in swing states. Fetterman labeled Mamdani 'not even a Democrat' and called his win a 'gift to the GOP,' prompting backlash and debates over party identity. Israeli Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli also attacked Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for supporting Mamdani, branding Schumer a 'self-hating Jew' and accusing him of enabling anti-Israel extremism due to Mamdani's controversial views and support for the BDS movement. These developments highlight deepening rifts within the Democratic Party over ideology, Israel policy, and the party's future direction. The controversy has fueled discussions about the normalization of antisemitism and radicalism on the left. As the 2028 elections approach, these internal disputes are likely to intensify.