Israel critic Mamdani shocks Cuomo in NYC Democratic mayoral primary focused on Jewish issues
Born in Uganda to a family of Indian descent, Mamdani, who would be the city's first Muslim mayor, has a history of pro-Palestinian activism.
Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks during a Democratic mayoral primary debate, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in New York. (photo credit: YUKI IWAMURA/REUTERS)Updated: