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NY Dem Boss Refuses to Back Mamdani, Causing Huge Rift in Party Leadership
Zohran Mamdani's bid for NYC mayor has hit a roadblock after losing the endorsement of a key state party leader, causing a huge rift within the Democratic Party in New York. The move undermines Governor Kathy Hochul's backing for the candidate despite having publicly expressed support for him.
A rift has formed within the New York state Democratic Party after Zohran Mamdani, the city's mayoral candidate, lost the endorsement of a longtime party leader. Despite having backing from Governor Kathy Hochul, Mamdani was denied support by the state party boss, causing a significant split within the party. The move marks a major setback for Mamdani's campaign as he seeks to become New York City's next mayor. The endorsement row highlights deep divisions within the Democratic Party in the key battleground state of New York.
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