Zohran Mamdani Breaks Tradition: NYC's Youngest, First Muslim Mayor Sworn In

• Zohran Mamdani, 34, becomes NYC's youngest mayor in a century, first Muslim, and first South Asian mayor.
• His swearing-in broke tradition with a private midnight oath in the historic Old City Hall subway station.
• Mamdani is the first NYC mayor to use the Quran for his oath, utilizing his grandfather's and Arturo Schomburg's Qurans.
• NY Attorney General Letitia James administered the private oath; Senator Bernie Sanders will administer the public one.
• A large public block party and ceremonial swearing-in are planned, with transit changes and security measures in place.

Why It Matters: Mamdani's historic inauguration blends tradition with innovation, marking a new era for New York City.