In his first week as NYC mayor, Zohran Mamdani blends campaign theater with governing, addressing content creators at City Hall and signaling a policy push with plans for rental 'rip-off' hearings to hold landlords to account, all while his familiar media persona and social-media presence frame his approach to leadership.
Fiorello La Guardia, a dynamic and influential mayor of New York City, transformed the city into a global metropolis through extensive public works, support for the arts, and a focus on social welfare during the Great Depression, earning it the reputation as the greatest city in the world.
New NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, on his second day in office, engaged with commuters on the subway, opposed the fare hike, and signed executive orders focused on addressing the city's housing crisis, including reviving tenant protections and establishing housing task forces.
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.
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.
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 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 has been elected mayor of New York City, winning the largest inaugural crowd in decades and capturing widespread attention with his focus on affordability and progressive policies, marking a significant political rise from a little-known candidate to a historic mayoral figure.
A Jewish group is demanding Richmond Mayor Martinez resign over antisemitic social media posts related to Gaza and Israel, with some councilmembers criticizing his language but others emphasizing the importance of his apology and the upcoming election as the decision point. The controversy centers on whether his posts and stance should disqualify him from office, with opinions divided among city leaders.
Bronx Science students celebrate alum Zohran Mamdani's election as NYC mayor, inspired by his youth and background, but remain cautious about his ability to fulfill campaign promises, reflecting skepticism rooted in past student government experiences and political realities.
Jacob Frey won a third term as Minneapolis mayor, defeating a united challenge from his rivals, including progressive candidate Omar Fateh, whose democratic socialist platform was not enough to sway voters. Frey's victory suggests continued support for his moderate policies amid ongoing city challenges, including crime and economic recovery.
The mayor of Uruapan, Mexico, Carlos Alberto Manzo Rodríguez, was shot and killed in a public plaza during Day of the Dead celebrations, highlighting the ongoing violence and cartel conflicts in Michoacán. The attack, carried out by an unidentified gunman linked to regional criminal clashes, resulted in his death and injuries to others, amid a backdrop of political and criminal instability in the area.
Portland Mayor Keith Wilson has rejected most of the federal government's demands to establish a perimeter around the ICE facility in South Portland, which aimed to keep protesters further from the building.
A newly-elected mayor of Herdecke, Iris Stalzer, was critically injured in a stabbing near her home, prompting a major police investigation. The attack, which has shocked the community and the SPD, is under thorough investigation with possible family connections being explored, especially after a recent domestic violence incident involving her family.
Iris Stalzer, the newly elected mayor of Herdecke in Germany, was found critically injured with stab wounds in her home, with police ruling out political motives and suspecting a family connection. The investigation is ongoing, and the attack has prompted reactions from political leaders expressing concern and hope for her recovery.