The former leader of the UK’s Labour Party who faced allegations of antisemitism is working the phones on Sunday for New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani at a Democratic Socialists of America fundraiser.
Jeremy Corbyn, who was ousted from his party in 2020 following reports criticizing his handling of antisemitism complaints, touted his role hosting the phone bank event with the DSA’s NYC branch, urging New Yorkers to support the democratic socialist.
“Let’s get Zohran over the finish line for a New York that’s affordable for all!” the controversial Brit wrote on Facebook.
Corbyn’s involvement in the event quickly garnered backlash given his allegations of antisemitism, which rocked the UK opposition party after a government watchdog claimed Corbyn’s office broke equality la

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