Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as New York's First Muslim Mayor
Thu 01 Jan 2026, 11:50:12
Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City just after midnight Thursday, taking the oath of office at a historic, decommissioned subway station in Manhattan. Mamdani, a Democrat, was sworn in as the first Muslim leader of America's biggest city, placing his hand on a Quran as he took his
oath.
oath.
"This is truly the honour and the privilege of a lifetime," Mamdani said. The ceremony, administered by New York Attorney General Letitia James, a political ally, took place at the old City Hall station, one of the city's original subway stops that is known for its stunning arched ceilings.
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