Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as New York's First Muslim Mayor
This is truly the honour and the privilege of a lifetime, Mamdani said
By : AP
Update: 2026-01-01 05:27 GMT
New York: Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City just after midnight Thursday, taking the oath of office at a historic, decommissioned subway station in Manhattan.
Mamdani, a Democrat, was sworn in as the first Muslim leader of America's biggest city, placing his hand on a Quran as he took his oath.
"This is truly the honour and the privilege of a lifetime," Mamdani said.
The ceremony, administered by New York Attorney General Letitia James, a political ally, took place at the old City Hall station, one of the city's original subway stops that is known for its stunning arched ceilings.