Zohran Mamdani Wins NYC Mayor Primary Over Andrew Cuomo
State assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, a left-wing Democrat, has defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral Democratic primary. Cuomo conceded after falling short of the 50% threshold needed to win outright. Mamdani's victory marks a significant upset in NYC politics.
Left-wing Democrat Zohran Mamdani has stunned former New York governor Andrew Cuomo in the mayoral Democratic primary. Cuomo, who resigned in 2021 amid a scandal, conceded to Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist. Mamdani, if elected, would be the first Muslim and Indian American to lead New York City.
The primary is crucial in liberal New York and will likely determine the mayoral race in November. Results showed Mamdani leading but falling short of the 50% threshold needed to win outright. Cuomo's concession was unexpected as counting continues under the ranked choice system.
This upset is seen as a significant win for Mamdani and a signal of Democrats' desire for enthusiastic and courageous leadership. Cuomo is still considering running in the general election in November on the independent line.
According to the source: BBC.
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