Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as First Muslim Mayor of New York City

Zohran Mamdani, young rising leader of the US left, has officially taken office as New York City’s mayor on January 1, 2026.

Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, will be the city’s first Muslim mayor, bringing a wave of youthful optimism to his platform. His leadership now faces the challenge of meeting the high expectations placed upon him.

Sworn in on Thursday, Mamdani placed his hand on the Quran, marking a historic moment as he became the first Muslim to hold the mayoral office in U.S. history.