Key Highlights
- Zohran Mamdani took office as New York City Mayor on January 1, 2026.
- He revoked executive orders from former Mayor Eric Adams that supported Israel.
- Israel's Foreign Ministry accused Mamdani of pouring 'antisemitic gasoline on an open fire.'.
- Mamdani's actions include scrapping the IHRA definition of antisemitism.
- Critics warn that his socialist policies will face strong opposition.
