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Portland councilor pushes open-carry rule for City Hall after protest disruption
Portland City Councilor Loretta Smith has drafted an ordinance to allow councilors to openly carry firearms while conducting city business, arguing it would deter aggressive disruption after protests interrupted a council meeting. The plan would create an exception to Portland’s generally restricted open carrying rules and is awaiting legal review. Revoke the Permit PDX organizers criticized the proposal, while supporters say it could improve safety for elected officials amid hostile confrontations and threats; no injuries were reported during the latest protest, and the city continues to balance First Amendment rights with security at City Hall.
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Raman Enters LA Mayor’s Race, Upending Alliance with Bass
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Redditch votes to pause local elections amid unitary reform push
Redditch Borough Council voted to postpone May local elections as part of Worcestershire’s move toward a unitary authority (one or two councils for the county). The decision prompted about 50 protesters and a brief disruption after a councillor called a member of the public a Nazi; police attended but said no crime occurred. The move is intended to save about £192,000 and aligns with government reorganisation plans, with a January 15 delay-request deadline. Labour supported delaying to avoid distraction from the reform, while Conservatives opposed pausing democracy.
NYC Mayor Mamdani Promises Bold Governance and Housing Reforms
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as NYC's first Muslim mayor and the youngest in over a century, promising to govern expansively as a Democratic socialist. On his first day, he signed executive orders to address the housing crisis, rescinding those from his predecessor, and emphasized a commitment to housing quality and combating antisemitism, while affirming his principles and bold approach to governance.
Zohran Mamdani Vows Audacious and Expansive Leadership for NYC
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated the city's diverse culinary traditions in his inaugural address, emphasizing food as a symbol of the city's diversity, ambitions, and economic well-being, and proposing initiatives like city-owned supermarkets to improve affordability.
Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as NYC Mayor, Promising Progressive Change
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City's first Muslim and democratic socialist mayor, focusing on affordability, housing, education, and social safety initiatives, with plans to freeze rent increases, expand affordable housing, eliminate bus fares, and raise taxes on the wealthy to fund these programs.
Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as NYC's 112th Mayor in Unique Ceremony
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the 112th mayor of New York City in an intimate ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, becoming the city's first Muslim mayor and of South Asian descent. His inauguration included a public celebration in the Canyon of Heroes, and he appointed Mike Flynn as the new Department of Transportation commissioner to focus on improving city transit and streets.
Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as NYC Mayor in Symbolic Ceremony
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the mayor of New York City in a private midnight ceremony at the old City Hall subway station, emphasizing his commitment to public transit and working-class communities. The event included a diverse group of attendees, a public swearing-in, and a block party, marking a significant political rise for Mamdani, who campaigned on affordability and social programs, and is the first NYC mayor sworn in using a Qur'an.
Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as New York City Mayor in Symbolic Ceremony
Zohran Mamdani is set to be inaugurated as New York City's first Muslim and first South Asian mayor on January 1, 2026, in a historic ceremony that highlights his groundbreaking leadership and the city's diverse history, with notable figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez participating in his inauguration.
Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as New York Mayor in Unique Ceremony
Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City mayor in an unconventional private ceremony at an abandoned subway station beneath city hall, symbolizing a new era for the city. The event highlights NYC's historic transit system and Mamdani's focus on equality and opportunity, with notable attendance and political reactions.
Zohran Mamdani to be sworn in as NYC Mayor with Bernie Sanders and a block party
Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City mayor on January 1 with a two-part ceremony involving Attorney General Letitia James and Senator Bernie Sanders, followed by a citywide block party. The event emphasizes public participation and diversity, amid discussions about the composition of Mamdani's transition advisory committee and concerns raised by the ADL regarding some members' past associations.
Harris County Democrats Withdraw Endorsement as Whitmire Announces Re-election Bid
Houston Mayor John Whitmire, a longtime Democrat, was reprimanded by the Harris County Democratic Party, which voted to withhold future endorsements due to his attendance at a fundraiser for a Republican and his perceived shift away from party values. The move, supported by progressives, could influence his 2027 reelection, though his approval ratings remain relatively high across political spectrums. The party's action reflects ongoing tensions within Houston's Democratic ranks and signals potential challenges from progressive candidates in the future.