Zohran Mamdani Declares Victory in NYC Mayoral Primary After Cuomo Concession

New York, NY – Following the concession of former Governor Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic mayoral primary, State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani addressed his supporters on June 24, declaring himself the Democratic nominee for the mayor of New York City. Mamdani stated he spoke with Cuomo, who called to concede the race, and discussed the need to unite the city. During his address, Mamdani outlined his vision for a city where every New Yorker could afford to live. He also emphasized using the mayoral power to reject Donald Trump's fascism and halt mass ICE deportations. Mamdani concluded by asserting that their collective efforts have demonstrated 'the power of the politics of the future' and that they 'have won.'