Zohran Mamdani has won New York City's mayoral election. Photo: AP PHOTO

Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City, capping a stunning ascent for the 34-year-old state lawmaker, who is set to become the city's most liberal mayor in generations.

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In a victory for the Democratic party's progressive wing, Mamdani defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.

Mamdani must now navigate the unending demands of America's biggest city and deliver on ambitious — sceptics say unrealistic — campaign promises.

With the victory, the democratic socialist will et

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