Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as NYC's First Muslim Mayor, Youngest in Generations

• Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City's first Muslim, Indian-origin, and youngest mayor at 34.
• Took oath with hand on the Quran at a private midnight ceremony in Old City Hall Station.
• Democratic Socialist platform focuses on affordability, including free childcare, buses, and rent freeze.
• Appointed Mike Flynn as Department of Transportation commissioner; public ceremony with Bernie Sanders planned.
• Born in Kampala, Uganda, son of Mira Nair; moved to NYC at 7, became US citizen in 2018.

Why It Matters: Zohran Mamdani makes history as NYC's first Muslim, Indian-origin, and youngest mayor.