Mamdani's victory polarizes D.C. pols, Long Island officials

Mamdani's Victory Sparks Mixed Reactions

Zohran Mamdani’s clear triumph in New York City’s mayoral race on Tuesday elicited varied responses from political figures in Washington and Long Island. While Democrats offered their congratulations, some Republicans voiced concerns about the implications of his win.

Democratic Support and Republican Warnings

Democratic leaders celebrated Mamdani’s historic victory, viewing it as a significant moment for their party. However, several Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and New York State GOP Chair Ed Cox, criticized the win. They claimed it marked a shift of the Democratic Party toward a big-government, socialist agenda, warning of negative repercussions in upcoming congressional and local elections.

Long Island Congressional Response

Two members of Congress from Long Island chose to keep their distance from Mamdani, reflecting a cautious stance amid the political divide his victory has created.

Democratic Leader’s Rebuttal

“House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries scoffed at the Republican portrayal of Mamdani’s win,” underscoring sharp disagreement over the election’s significance and the future direction of the Democratic Party.

Campaign Moment

Zohran Mamdani and his mother, Mira Nair, were photographed together at his campaign headquarters in the Brooklyn Paramount Theater following the election results.

Photo Credit

Photo by Newsday photographer Alejandra Villa Loarca.

Author’s summary: Mamdani’s mayoral win divides political leaders, with Democrats celebrating and Republicans warning of a shift toward socialist policies affecting future elections.

Newsday — 2025-11-05