Democrat Zohran Mamdani wins New York City mayor’s race Politics Updated on Nov 4, 2025 10:01 PM EST — Published on Nov 4, 2025 9:41 PM EST

NEW YORK (AP) — Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City on Tuesday , capping a stunning ascent for the 34-year-old state lawmaker, who was set to become the city’s most liberal mayor in generations.

In a victory for the Democratic party’s progressive wing, Mamdani defeated former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Mamdani must now navigate the unending demands of America’s biggest city and deliver on ambitious — skeptics say unrealistic — campaign promises.

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