Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as New Mayor of NYC

By Yisroel R.

Zohran Mamdani was sworn in late last night as the new mayor of New York City during a private ceremony held at the old subway station beneath City Hall. The station dates back to the early 1900s and was part of the city’s original subway system, remaining a historic location tied to New York City’s early development and infrastructure.

The oath of office was administered by New York Attorney General Letitia James. In a historic first for New York City, Mamdani, its first Muslim mayor, took the oath using a Quran.

A public swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for today at 1 p.m., where Mayor Mamdani will retake the oath in front of the public. It will be led by Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, with opening remarks expected from Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. This reflects their unity with Mamdani as members of the Democratic Socialists of America.

Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who attended the Times Square New Year’s event last night, is also expected to attend today’s public event.

photo: NYC Mayor Office