All articles tagged with #inauguration
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Gothamist
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's inauguration speech was rich with cultural references and in-jokes that celebrated New York City's diverse communities, history, and musical heritage, including nods to rap, immigrant cuisines, and local landmarks, reflecting his commitment to representing all New Yorkers.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Axios
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.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The New York Times
Zohran Mamdani was inaugurated as the new mayor of New York City, marking historic firsts as the first Muslim and South Asian mayor, the youngest in over a century, and the first to use a Quran at his swearing-in. In his speech, he emphasized governing for working-class New Yorkers with bold plans, celebrating NYC's diversity and culture, and symbolically highlighting labor rights. The event was attended by prominent politicians like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by City & State New York
The article describes the diverse perspectives of five New Yorkers witnessing Zohran Mamdani's inauguration, highlighting personal stories of hope, activism, and political engagement, and emphasizing the significance of Mamdani's election for the city's future.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The Guardian
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City's first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor, promising an ambitious, expansive, and principled approach to governance rooted in democratic socialism, while also beginning to undo the previous administration's executive orders and addressing city challenges with a focus on affordability, social justice, and continuity in city services.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The New York Times
Zohran Mamdani was inaugurated as New York City's mayor, calling for unity and accountability to improve the city, and emphasizing the collective effort needed to achieve progress.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by AP News
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the mayor of New York City, becoming the first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor, and the city's youngest in generations. He pledged to use government power to support the working class, including proposals for free child care, free buses, and rent freezes, emphasizing a democratic socialist approach. His inauguration was historic, with notable figures and a large crowd celebrating his leadership and vision for the city.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by CBS News
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani was inaugurated with a speech emphasizing bold governance, social justice, and a city belonging to all residents, promising to govern expansively and uphold democratic socialist principles while addressing issues like affordability, safety, and inequality.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by CBS News
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.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by ABC7 New York
Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City's mayor during a private midnight ceremony at Old City Hall Station, reflecting his commitment to working New Yorkers, with a public celebration to follow on New Year's Day.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by The New York Times
Zohran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, is expected to have a large inauguration crowd on January 1, including supporters from outside the city, highlighting the city's ongoing affordability crisis which was central to his campaign.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by ABC7 New York
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.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by CBS News
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will celebrate his inauguration with a block party along Broadway in the Canyon of Heroes on January 1, featuring music, performances, and speeches, marking a festive start to his term and emphasizing unity and community engagement.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by MMA Fighting
Dana White shared that during Trump's 2025 inauguration, he had a friendly interaction with Barack Obama, who congratulated him, despite White's close ties with Trump. White also discussed plans for a UFC event at the White House in 2026 and expressed openness to hosting other presidents, emphasizing respect for all. The event is expected to attract high-profile guests, but it's uncertain if any former presidents will attend.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
Donald Trump's invitation to Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration is seen as a bold move to reset US-China relations. While Xi is unlikely to attend, the gesture reflects Trump's strategy of leveraging personal relationships with strongman leaders. Analysts view this as a political maneuver amidst ongoing tensions over trade, Taiwan, and China's support for Russia. The invitation underscores the complex dynamics between the two nations as they prepare for challenging negotiations.