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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as New York City Mayor
Caption: Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as New York City Mayor. Zohran Mamdani officially took office as New York City's mayor on Thursday, pledging a bold agenda to ease the cost-of-living pressures facing working New Yorkers. The 34-year-old Democrat, aligned with the party's democratic socialist wing, won last November in a high-profile race that could shape the balance of power in Congress at this year's midterm elections. His campaign focused heavily on affordability and sharply criticized President Donald Trump. Speaking after his swearing-in at City Hall, Mamdani promised universal childcare, rent freezes, and free bus services, saying his administration would answer to ordinary New Yorkers, not wealthy elites. Backed by progressive figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Mamdani's rise has energized supporters while drawing fierce attacks from Republicans, who label him a radical. As Mamdani begins his term, allies say his leadership marks the start of a new political chapter for the city. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current affairs & Politics,Zohran Mamdani,New York City mayor,democratic socialist,NYC politics,cost of living,affordability agenda,universal childcare,rent freeze,free bus services,progressive Democrats,Bernie Sanders,Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez,Republican backlash
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