Anti-Israel Zohran Mamdani Stuns Cuomo; Wins NYC Democratic Mayoral Primary
Zohran Mamdani declared victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary Tuesday night after Andrew Cuomo conceded defeat, marking a stunning upset as the progressive newcomer surged ahead of the seasoned yet scandal-plagued former governor.#ZohranMamdani #AndrewCuomo #NYCPolitics #NYCMayor #DemocraticPrimary #Election2025 #ProgressivePolitics #PoliticalUpset #NYCElections #MayorRace
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