NEW YORK December 3O, 2025 – In a symbolic gesture highlighting progressive unity, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders announced he will swear in Zohran Mamdani as the new Mayor of New York City on January 1, 2026.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sanders expressed pride in the occasion, stating: “I’m proud to be swearing in @ZohranKMamdani as Mayor of New York on January 1. Zohran and his supporters showed the world that when working people stand together, we can defeat the Democratic and Republican establishments, Trump and the Oligarchs. Best of luck to the new mayor.”
Mamdani, a democratic socialist and member of the New York State Assembly, apparently secured a stunning upset victory in the city’s mayoral race, defeating entrenched establishment figures. His campaign focused on issues affecting working-class New Yorkers, including affordable housing, public safety reforms, and opposition to corporate influence in politics.
The announcement has sparked polarized reactions online. Supporters hailed it as a triumph for grassroots progressivism and a shift toward policies prioritizing the working class over real estate developers and elite interests. Critics, however, accused the incoming administration of radical socialism, with some expressing concerns over potential governance challenges in the nation’s largest city.
Sanders, a long-time advocate for similar policies, framed the event as evidence that collective action by ordinary citizens can overcome powerful political machines and billionaire influence.
Mamdani will take office amid ongoing debates over New York’s housing crisis, crime rates, and economic recovery. His administration’s early agenda is expected to emphasize tenant protections, expanded social services, and resistance to federal policies under the incoming Trump administration.
The inauguration ceremony is set for New Year’s Day, marking a historic transition for the city.
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