December 31 Mamdani 'accidentally honors' free market with subway station ceremony, Washington Post argues The Washington Post editorial board criticized NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's subway station inauguration plan, arguing it inadvertently honored capitalism.
December 31 Mamdani picks educator who worked to dismantle Gifted & Talented program as NYC schools chancellor Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani expected to name longtime NYC educator Kamar Samuels as schools chancellor, overseeing nation's largest public school system.
December 30 Mamdani taps controversial lawyer who defended al Qaeda terrorist for top role: 'Powerful advocate' New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced on Tuesday that he is appointing controversial lawyer Ramzi Kassem, who defended al-Qaeda terrorist Ahmed al-Darbi in court, to a top role.
December 30 AOC to deliver opening remarks at Mamdani's inauguration, Bernie Sanders to administer oath of office Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani's historic inauguration will feature Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt.
December 30 Flashback: Inside the political movement that put a socialist in charge of New York City New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is prepared to implement his socialist agenda as New York City's mayor, promising rent freezes and free childcare after his historic victory.
December 29 Socialist wins pile up after GOP’s brutal 2025 off-year election losses Republicans suffered major losses as socialist and progressive candidates won key races nationwide, from NYC mayor to Minneapolis City Council seats.
December 27 Elon Musk warns 'people will die' over Mamdani's FDNY commissioner pick, Lillian Bonsignore NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani appointed Lillian Bonsignore as FDNY commissioner, and Elon Musk criticized her qualifications and background.
December 27 Mets star's wife named to NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's inaugural committee Katia Reguero Lindor, married to New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor, was listed on NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's inaugural committee.
December 27 Affordability: The issue that boosted Trump and Republicans in 2024 deflated them in 2025 Democrats claim major 2025 election victories fueled by focus on affordability and inflation concerns that previously hurt the party in 2024 races.
December 27 2025 shockers: The biggest moments that rocked the campaign trail Political power shifts dominated 2025 as Trump pushed redistricting battles and Democrats overperformed in elections, setting the stage for 2026 midterms.