In a surprising turn of events, Zohran Mamdani’s victory as the Mayor-elect of New York City has sparked a flurry of reactions from various quarters, including former President Donald Trump and billionaire John Catsimatidis. Mamdani, a leftist candidate, campaigned on promises to make groceries more affordable and address food deserts in the city, resonating with many New Yorkers.
Trump, known for his outspoken nature, labeled Mamdani’s victory speech as “very angry” and tied it to what he called the Democrats’ “extreme socialist agenda.” He even went on to predict that New Yorkers would flee to Florida in response to Mamdani’s leadership. On the other hand, Catsimatidis, a New York billionaire, expressed his indifference towards Mamdani’s win, stating that he “doesn’t give a sh*t about grocery stores.”
Despite the backlash, Mamdani’s campaign managed to overcome significant opposition. A $22-million effort by 26 billionaires to block his path to becoming the next mayor of New York City proved unsuccessful. Mamdani’s victory highlights the growing support for progressive policies and the desire for change among New Yorkers.
However, Mamdani’s political journey may face a roadblock when it comes to higher aspirations. As per the Constitution’s requirement for the US presidency, Mamdani does not meet the criteria of being a “natural-born citizen,” which could potentially hinder any future presidential ambitions.
The aftermath of Mamdani’s victory has also seen the departure of George Santos from New York City. Santos announced his decision to leave following Mamdani’s win, indicating a shift in the political landscape of the city.
Overall, Mamdani’s win has ignited a political showdown, with contrasting reactions from key figures like Trump and Catsimatidis. It underscores the changing dynamics in New York City’s political scene and the growing influence of progressive voices in shaping the future of the city.
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References:
1. “New Yorkers Will Flee To Florida”: Trump’s Prediction On Mamdani’s Victory – [https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/new-yorkers-will-flee-to-florida-donald-trumps-prediction-on-zohran-mamdanis-victory-9583689]
2. “Don’t Give A Sh*t”: New York Billionaire Reacts To Zohran Mamdani’s Win – [https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/dont-give-a-sh-t-about-grocery-stores-new-york-billionaire-john-catsimatidis-after-zohran-mamdanis-win-9584680]
3. “Why New York Mayor Elect Zohran Mamdani Can Never Run For US Presidency” – [https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/why-new-york-mayor-elect-zohran-mamdani-can-never-run-for-us-presidency-9585651]
4. “He Should Be Very Nice To Me”: Trump On Zohran Mamdani’s “Angry” Speech – [https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/donald-trump-on-zohran-mamdanis-angry-speech-he-should-be-very-nice-to-me-9585453]
5. “$22 Million, 26 Billionaires Couldn’t Stop Zohran Mamdani’s New York Mayoral Win” – [https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/22-million-failed-zohran-mamdani-won-nyc-mayoral-race-despite-billionaire-opposition-9593257]
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