New York City politics
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Mamdani Secures Columbia Student’s Release After Trump Meeting
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump in Washington D.C., securing the immediate release of Columbia student Ellie Aghayeva, detained by DHS agents.
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Julie Menin Secures Supermajority Backing to Become NYC Council Speaker, Pledges Moderate Leadership
Julie Menin, a seasoned moderate Democrat, has claimed enough votes to become New York City’s next Council Speaker. Her historic bid comes amid shifting political dynamics, promising balanced leadership and a focus on affordability and accountability.
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NYC Mayoral Race Tightens: Mamdani’s Lead Over Cuomo Narrows After Adams Exits
Zohran Mamdani’s lead in the New York City mayoral race has shrunk following Eric Adams’ withdrawal, with Andrew Cuomo gaining ground, according to new polling data.
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Zohran Mamdani’s Rising Political Star Divides Opinions
Zohran Mamdani, a New York City mayoral candidate and self-described democratic socialist, is making waves with his progressive platform. His candidacy has sparked both enthusiasm and opposition across political and economic circles.