NYC Mayoral race: Fact-checking false Republican claims about Zohran Mamdani

France 24Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 9:39:42 PM
NYC Mayoral race: Fact-checking false Republican claims about Zohran Mamdani
In the NYC mayoral race, Democratic Socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani faces unfounded accusations from opponents and the White House, labeling him as a communist and terrorist sympathizer. Despite these challenges, Mamdani's campaign is gaining momentum, potentially making him the first Muslim and millennial mayor.
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