Summary
Zohran Mamdani was inaugurated as the Mayor of New York City with a large public event that included a seven-block-long party. The event featured political figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, who highlighted the progressive movement’s goals for the city. Mamdani emphasized themes of unity and affordability in his speeches.
Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani became the Mayor of New York City, taking the oath at a special event on New Year's Day.
- The ceremony included a public celebration that stretched across seven blocks.
- Political figures like Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders attended and spoke at the event.
- Mamdani used a Quran for the swearing-in that belonged to his grandfather and another historic one from the New York Public Library.
- Tens of thousands of people gathered in the cold weather to witness the event.
- A public block party was held as part of the inauguration to make it accessible to more people.
- Mamdani, along with other city leaders, discussed themes of unity and making life more affordable for New Yorkers.
