Zohran Mamdani’s name had already made history on election night.
But just days after becoming New York City’s first Muslim mayor-elect, he found himself at the center of one of the most intense political storms the city has witnessed in decades.
For supporters, his victory symbolized a major shift in the city’s political landscape.
For critics — including some of the most powerful voices in national politics — it sparked controversy, accusations, and heated rhetoric.Continue reading…