NYC's First Muslim Mayor Takes Oath in Subway at Midnight

Zohran Mamdani became the mayor of New York City in a historic ceremony just after midnight on Thursday. The swearing-in took place at a subway station, marking a symbolic start for the city's new leader. Mamdani, a member of the Democratic Party, is now the first Muslim to lead America's largest city. The unique location for the oath of office was a deliberate choice, emphasizing the city's public transit system. The new mayor begins his term immediately, facing the ongoing challenges of governing over eight million residents.