Mamdani Kicks Off Tenure with Historic Inaugural Party, Vowing to Tackle City's Housing Crisis
Wealthy crowd gathers for NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's public inauguration; the city's sprawling crowds and seven-block-long party marked a festive start to his term as mayor.
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has kicked off his housing plans after a crowded and lively inaugural party in the world's wealthiest city, where he vowed to address the pressing issue of affordability amidst chants to tax the rich. The party, which spanned seven blocks, was attended by thousands of supporters who came out to celebrate Mamdani's victory. As mayor, Mamdani has pledged to prioritize housing reform and make the city a more equitable place for all residents. With his inauguration marking a new era in New York City politics, Mamdani is expected to focus on implementing policies that will help address the city's long-standing affordability crisis.
