Zohran Mamdani wins NYC's mayor race

Zohran Mamdani claimed victory in the New York City mayoral race Tuesday night, and will become the city's first Muslim mayor, per AP.Why it matters: The race to lead the Big Apple captivated the nation. Mamdani, a democratic socialist, electrified young progressives to best scandal-plagued former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.He won the support of sometimes-reluctant members of the party's establishment — while facing resistance from others.Republicans have sought to weaponize Mamdani's momentum by labeling his candidacy as proof that the Democrats are migrating further left.The 34-year-old will also become one of the city's youngest mayors in history. He replaces the besieged Eric Adams, who ended his reelection campaign in September. Guardian Angels founder Curtis Sliwa was the Republican nominee.The other side: Cuomo was tracking behind Mamdani in polls leading up to Election Day, though he gained some ground after Adams endorsed him.Catch up quick: Mamdani won a historic upset in the city's Democratic primary in June.He brought a sharp, charismatic energy to his heavily social-media-focused campaign, where he spoke to voters' concerns over affordability and political corruption.His victory then — and in the general election — encapsulates the Democratic party's tug-of-war between its old guard and its progressive wing.Between the lines: Mamdani's victory will likely elevate his status as a prime target for President Trump, who has threatened to withhold funding from the city and send in federal troops.He's directed several digs at Mamdani and threatened to arrest him if he doesn't allow federal immigration officials to arrest undocumented immigrants in the city.Progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), a vocal Mamdani supporter, said at a recent rally in Queens that electing him would "send a loud message" to Trump.Go deeper: Scoop: Mamdani ally weighs challenging Hakeem JeffriesEditor's note: This story has been updated with additional context.

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