Former Vice President Kamala Harris said Monday night she's backing progressive Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race during her first live interview since leaving office.

The big picture: Harris' lukewarm endorsement of Mamdani was part of a wide-ranging interview on MSNBC's "Maddow" that saw her label President Trump a "tyrant," express regret for not doing more to challenge former President Biden about running in 2024 and hail the return of Jimmy Kimmel's show.

What she's saying:

On Mamdani: "As far as I'm concerned, he's the Democratic nominee and he should be supported," Harris said. • When MSNBC's Rachel Maddow asked Harris whether she endorsed his candidacy, Harris replied: "I support the Democrat in the race, sure. But let me just say this: He's not the only star."

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