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While the administration says these are limited, defensive, and necessary strikes, the mounting list of countries suggests a presidency increasingly defined by force-often without explanation to the American people or to Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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This is a vow he made during his second inauguration in January 2025: that his legacy would not only be measured by the wars he has won but also by the ones he has averted. However, the range of the US military action that took place this year makes one doubt if that promise still holds true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While the administration says these are limited, defensive, and necessary strikes, the mounting list of countries suggests a presidency increasingly defined by force-often without explanation to the American people or to Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\nTrump's rise in politics was built partly on attacks against <\/a>long wars of the United States and on promises to avoid new foreign entanglements. He continuously labelled the Iraq war as a disastrous mistake and vowed to put the interests of America first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a vow he made during his second inauguration in January 2025: that his legacy would not only be measured by the wars he has won but also by the ones he has averted. However, the range of the US military action that took place this year makes one doubt if that promise still holds true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the administration says these are limited, defensive, and necessary strikes, the mounting list of countries suggests a presidency increasingly defined by force-often without explanation to the American people or to Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"How often has the US bombed abroad since Trump returned to office?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-often-has-the-us-bombed-abroad-since-trump-returned-to-office","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_modified_gmt":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=10037","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":22},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Trump's rise in politics was built partly on attacks against <\/a>long wars of the United States and on promises to avoid new foreign entanglements. He continuously labelled the Iraq war as a disastrous mistake and vowed to put the interests of America first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a vow he made during his second inauguration in January 2025: that his legacy would not only be measured by the wars he has won but also by the ones he has averted. However, the range of the US military action that took place this year makes one doubt if that promise still holds true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the administration says these are limited, defensive, and necessary strikes, the mounting list of countries suggests a presidency increasingly defined by force-often without explanation to the American people or to Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"How often has the US bombed abroad since Trump returned to office?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-often-has-the-us-bombed-abroad-since-trump-returned-to-office","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_modified_gmt":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=10037","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":22},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Trump called the attack a \u201cmassive success\u201d of counterterrorism, while critics see such missions as a way of keeping Iraq under constant military action despite the public's opposition to the ongoing US military presence there after many years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's rise in politics was built partly on attacks against <\/a>long wars of the United States and on promises to avoid new foreign entanglements. He continuously labelled the Iraq war as a disastrous mistake and vowed to put the interests of America first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a vow he made during his second inauguration in January 2025: that his legacy would not only be measured by the wars he has won but also by the ones he has averted. However, the range of the US military action that took place this year makes one doubt if that promise still holds true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the administration says these are limited, defensive, and necessary strikes, the mounting list of countries suggests a presidency increasingly defined by force-often without explanation to the American people or to Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"How often has the US bombed abroad since Trump returned to office?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-often-has-the-us-bombed-abroad-since-trump-returned-to-office","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_modified_gmt":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=10037","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":22},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
In March, air strikes carried out by US forces targeted the al-Anbar province of Iraq, resulting in the death of \u201cAbdallah Abu Khadijah\u201d\u2014also known as Abdallah \u201cAbu Khadijah\u201d al-Rifai, the supposed second-in-command of the group ISIL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump called the attack a \u201cmassive success\u201d of counterterrorism, while critics see such missions as a way of keeping Iraq under constant military action despite the public's opposition to the ongoing US military presence there after many years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's rise in politics was built partly on attacks against <\/a>long wars of the United States and on promises to avoid new foreign entanglements. He continuously labelled the Iraq war as a disastrous mistake and vowed to put the interests of America first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a vow he made during his second inauguration in January 2025: that his legacy would not only be measured by the wars he has won but also by the ones he has averted. However, the range of the US military action that took place this year makes one doubt if that promise still holds true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the administration says these are limited, defensive, and necessary strikes, the mounting list of countries suggests a presidency increasingly defined by force-often without explanation to the American people or to Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"How often has the US bombed abroad since Trump returned to office?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-often-has-the-us-bombed-abroad-since-trump-returned-to-office","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_modified_gmt":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=10037","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":22},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
In March, air strikes carried out by US forces targeted the al-Anbar province of Iraq, resulting in the death of \u201cAbdallah Abu Khadijah\u201d\u2014also known as Abdallah \u201cAbu Khadijah\u201d al-Rifai, the supposed second-in-command of the group ISIL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump called the attack a \u201cmassive success\u201d of counterterrorism, while critics see such missions as a way of keeping Iraq under constant military action despite the public's opposition to the ongoing US military presence there after many years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's rise in politics was built partly on attacks against <\/a>long wars of the United States and on promises to avoid new foreign entanglements. He continuously labelled the Iraq war as a disastrous mistake and vowed to put the interests of America first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a vow he made during his second inauguration in January 2025: that his legacy would not only be measured by the wars he has won but also by the ones he has averted. However, the range of the US military action that took place this year makes one doubt if that promise still holds true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the administration says these are limited, defensive, and necessary strikes, the mounting list of countries suggests a presidency increasingly defined by force-often without explanation to the American people or to Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"How often has the US bombed abroad since Trump returned to office?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-often-has-the-us-bombed-abroad-since-trump-returned-to-office","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_modified_gmt":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=10037","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":22},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
Already considered to have one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world, Yemen has seen several years of conflict that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives and left millions dependent upon aid. The continuous US strikes may only serve to deepen civilian suffering and further destabilize the region, warn rights groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In March, air strikes carried out by US forces targeted the al-Anbar province of Iraq, resulting in the death of \u201cAbdallah Abu Khadijah\u201d\u2014also known as Abdallah \u201cAbu Khadijah\u201d al-Rifai, the supposed second-in-command of the group ISIL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump called the attack a \u201cmassive success\u201d of counterterrorism, while critics see such missions as a way of keeping Iraq under constant military action despite the public's opposition to the ongoing US military presence there after many years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump's rise in politics was built partly on attacks against <\/a>long wars of the United States and on promises to avoid new foreign entanglements. He continuously labelled the Iraq war as a disastrous mistake and vowed to put the interests of America first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a vow he made during his second inauguration in January 2025: that his legacy would not only be measured by the wars he has won but also by the ones he has averted. However, the range of the US military action that took place this year makes one doubt if that promise still holds true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the administration says these are limited, defensive, and necessary strikes, the mounting list of countries suggests a presidency increasingly defined by force-often without explanation to the American people or to Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","post_title":"How often has the US bombed abroad since Trump returned to office?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"how-often-has-the-us-bombed-abroad-since-trump-returned-to-office","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_modified_gmt":"2026-01-01 13:52:18","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=10037","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":22},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};
The Iran-backed Houthi Terrorists have been decimated by the relentless strikes over the past two weeks. Many of their Fighters and Leaders are no longer with us. We hit them every day and night \u2014 Harder and harder. Their capabilities that threaten Shipping and the Region are\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 31, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n US strikes on Yemen's Houthi movement have continued into 2025, sharply ramping up in Trump's second term. Initially launched in response to Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping linked to Israel, the campaign expanded into near-daily strikes by March under Operation Rough Rider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Iran-backed Houthi Terrorists have been decimated by the relentless strikes over the past two weeks. Many of their Fighters and Leaders are no longer with us. We hit them every day and night \u2014 Harder and harder. Their capabilities that threaten Shipping and the Region are\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 31, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n US strikes on Yemen's Houthi movement have continued into 2025, sharply ramping up in Trump's second term. Initially launched in response to Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping linked to Israel, the campaign expanded into near-daily strikes by March under Operation Rough Rider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Iran-backed Houthi Terrorists have been decimated by the relentless strikes over the past two weeks. Many of their Fighters and Leaders are no longer with us. We hit them every day and night \u2014 Harder and harder. Their capabilities that threaten Shipping and the Region are\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 31, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The conflict led to the deaths of over 1,100 Iranians and 28 Israelis before the ceasefire declaration by Trump. However, he has since then threatened that the US will attack Iran again should it return to nuclear production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n US strikes on Yemen's Houthi movement have continued into 2025, sharply ramping up in Trump's second term. Initially launched in response to Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping linked to Israel, the campaign expanded into near-daily strikes by March under Operation Rough Rider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Iran-backed Houthi Terrorists have been decimated by the relentless strikes over the past two weeks. Many of their Fighters and Leaders are no longer with us. We hit them every day and night \u2014 Harder and harder. Their capabilities that threaten Shipping and the Region are\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 31, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n Pentagon officials reported that this operation delayed Iran\u2019s nuclear programme by about two years. Iran has confirmed there has been major damage but only carried out a small-scale retaliatory attack upon a US base situated in Qatar with no one harmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The conflict led to the deaths of over 1,100 Iranians and 28 Israelis before the ceasefire declaration by Trump. However, he has since then threatened that the US will attack Iran again should it return to nuclear production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n US strikes on Yemen's Houthi movement have continued into 2025, sharply ramping up in Trump's second term. Initially launched in response to Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping linked to Israel, the campaign expanded into near-daily strikes by March under Operation Rough Rider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Iran-backed Houthi Terrorists have been decimated by the relentless strikes over the past two weeks. Many of their Fighters and Leaders are no longer with us. We hit them every day and night \u2014 Harder and harder. Their capabilities that threaten Shipping and the Region are\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 31, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n "We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home.\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/AqCLmaLYJb<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 21, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n In June, during a brief but intense clash between Iran and Israel, the US conducted a carefully coordinated attack mission against three of the most important nuclear facilities inside Iran: Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. The attack had been justified by Trump as a means of controlling the imminent nuclear threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n "We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home.\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/AqCLmaLYJb<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 21, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n In June, during a brief but intense clash between Iran and Israel, the US conducted a carefully coordinated attack mission against three of the most important nuclear facilities inside Iran: Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. The attack had been justified by Trump as a means of controlling the imminent nuclear threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n "We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home.\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/AqCLmaLYJb<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 21, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n American forces have been present in Syria for several years as a member of the ISIL-squading coalition, despite there being unresolved questions concerning this operation\u2019s legal foundation and future goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In June, during a brief but intense clash between Iran and Israel, the US conducted a carefully coordinated attack mission against three of the most important nuclear facilities inside Iran: Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. The attack had been justified by Trump as a means of controlling the imminent nuclear threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n "We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home.\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/AqCLmaLYJb<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 21, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The airstrikes struck weapon depots and logistical installations, according to United States officials. The attack was a \u201cwarning\u201d against future attacks against United States personnel, as explained by Trump. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth called it a \u201cdeclaration of vengeance.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n American forces have been present in Syria for several years as a member of the ISIL-squading coalition, despite there being unresolved questions concerning this operation\u2019s legal foundation and future goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In June, during a brief but intense clash between Iran and Israel, the US conducted a carefully coordinated attack mission against three of the most important nuclear facilities inside Iran: Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. The attack had been justified by Trump as a means of controlling the imminent nuclear threat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n "We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home.\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/AqCLmaLYJb<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 21, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n CENTCOM forces launched fighter jets, attack helicopters and other assets to conduct the large-scale strike. pic.twitter.com\/3szSo2u5rm<\/a><\/p>— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) December 19, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n In December, the US carried out an operation against more than 70 ISIL-related targets in Syria in response to an attack that killed two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter. While no group took responsibility, President Trump to blame ISIL and order an operation called \u201cOperation Hawkeye.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n CENTCOM forces launched fighter jets, attack helicopters and other assets to conduct the large-scale strike. pic.twitter.com\/3szSo2u5rm<\/a><\/p>— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) December 19, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n In December, the US carried out an operation against more than 70 ISIL-related targets in Syria in response to an attack that killed two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter. While no group took responsibility, President Trump to blame ISIL and order an operation called \u201cOperation Hawkeye.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n CENTCOM forces launched fighter jets, attack helicopters and other assets to conduct the large-scale strike. pic.twitter.com\/3szSo2u5rm<\/a><\/p>— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) December 19, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n Trump began the term by withdrawing the majority of the United States\u2019 military forces, only to continue air strikes in the second Trump administration, maintaining a level of consistency in their strategy despite past agreements to reduce military presence around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In December, the US carried out an operation against more than 70 ISIL-related targets in Syria in response to an attack that killed two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter. While no group took responsibility, President Trump to blame ISIL and order an operation called \u201cOperation Hawkeye.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n CENTCOM forces launched fighter jets, attack helicopters and other assets to conduct the large-scale strike. pic.twitter.com\/3szSo2u5rm<\/a><\/p>— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) December 19, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n Al-Shabab, estimated to have a force of about 7,000 fighters, now occupies huge chunks of the south central region of Somalia, whereas ISIS-Somalia mainly operates in the region of Puntland. According to the Africa Center for Strategic Studies, the rate of fatalities due to the violence perpetrated by the armed groups in the current year alone exceeds 7,200.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trump began the term by withdrawing the majority of the United States\u2019 military forces, only to continue air strikes in the second Trump administration, maintaining a level of consistency in their strategy despite past agreements to reduce military presence around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In December, the US carried out an operation against more than 70 ISIL-related targets in Syria in response to an attack that killed two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter. While no group took responsibility, President Trump to blame ISIL and order an operation called \u201cOperation Hawkeye.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n CENTCOM forces launched fighter jets, attack helicopters and other assets to conduct the large-scale strike. pic.twitter.com\/3szSo2u5rm<\/a><\/p>— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) December 19, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n This morning I ordered precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia. These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies. The strikes destroyed the caves they live in,\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 1, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n Somalia is one of the longest-running US military interventions in Africa. In 2025, the US government has stepped up air strikes in Somalia against al-Shabab and the smaller ISIS in Somalia faction, requested by the Somali government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This morning I ordered precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia. These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies. The strikes destroyed the caves they live in,\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 1, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n Somalia is one of the longest-running US military interventions in Africa. In 2025, the US government has stepped up air strikes in Somalia against al-Shabab and the smaller ISIS in Somalia faction, requested by the Somali government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This morning I ordered precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia. These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies. The strikes destroyed the caves they live in,\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 1, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n Nigeria authorized the operation as a result of American pressure, although it has been pointed out that the strikes have effectively merged crises that existed in different parts of the country. There is still very little information available, although the US Africa Command reported the deaths of multiple fighters during the operation, which Nigeria\u2019s foreign ministry has hailed as successful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Somalia is one of the longest-running US military interventions in Africa. In 2025, the US government has stepped up air strikes in Somalia against al-Shabab and the smaller ISIS in Somalia faction, requested by the Somali government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This morning I ordered precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia. These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies. The strikes destroyed the caves they live in,\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 1, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The strikes came as a result of weeks of diplomatic pressure directed at Nigeria over perceived failure by the government to protect Christians. The Nigerian government has strongly disputed claims of \u201cChristian genocide\u201d with reports confirming violence being directed at Muslim and Christian populations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nigeria authorized the operation as a result of American pressure, although it has been pointed out that the strikes have effectively merged crises that existed in different parts of the country. There is still very little information available, although the US Africa Command reported the deaths of multiple fighters during the operation, which Nigeria\u2019s foreign ministry has hailed as successful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Somalia is one of the longest-running US military interventions in Africa. In 2025, the US government has stepped up air strikes in Somalia against al-Shabab and the smaller ISIS in Somalia faction, requested by the Somali government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This morning I ordered precision Military air strikes on the Senior ISIS Attack Planner and other terrorists he recruited and led in Somalia. These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies. The strikes destroyed the caves they live in,\u2026<\/p>— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 1, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n Washington declares drug trafficking a national security <\/a>threat, making military intervention necessary. But several studies show that drug trafficking in the United States is not a major passage from Venezuela. There have been human rights violations in the use of force by US military intervention against small boats, which have resulted in the deaths of 95 people, most of whom are civilians, since September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The strike comes after the seize of two oil tankers off the Venezuelan coast last December as part of a US operation against a so-called \"shadow fleet\u201d of oil exports. Since last August, the US has deployed the largest maritime force to the Caribbean in the past four decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Washington declares drug trafficking a national security <\/a>threat, making military intervention necessary. But several studies show that drug trafficking in the United States is not a major passage from Venezuela. There have been human rights violations in the use of force by US military intervention against small boats, which have resulted in the deaths of 95 people, most of whom are civilians, since September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The strike on Venezuelan soil marks a significant escalation in Washington's confrontation with President Nicol\u00e1s Maduro's government. US officials have claimed that the operation hit infrastructure allegedly used by drug-smuggling networks operating out of Venezuela, but no independent evidence to support these claims has been made public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strike comes after the seize of two oil tankers off the Venezuelan coast last December as part of a US operation against a so-called \"shadow fleet\u201d of oil exports. Since last August, the US has deployed the largest maritime force to the Caribbean in the past four decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Washington declares drug trafficking a national security <\/a>threat, making military intervention necessary. But several studies show that drug trafficking in the United States is not a major passage from Venezuela. There have been human rights violations in the use of force by US military intervention against small boats, which have resulted in the deaths of 95 people, most of whom are civilians, since September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The strike on Venezuelan soil marks a significant escalation in Washington's confrontation with President Nicol\u00e1s Maduro's government. US officials have claimed that the operation hit infrastructure allegedly used by drug-smuggling networks operating out of Venezuela, but no independent evidence to support these claims has been made public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strike comes after the seize of two oil tankers off the Venezuelan coast last December as part of a US operation against a so-called \"shadow fleet\u201d of oil exports. Since last August, the US has deployed the largest maritime force to the Caribbean in the past four decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Washington declares drug trafficking a national security <\/a>threat, making military intervention necessary. But several studies show that drug trafficking in the United States is not a major passage from Venezuela. There have been human rights violations in the use of force by US military intervention against small boats, which have resulted in the deaths of 95 people, most of whom are civilians, since September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n This latest confirmation came this week as Trump admitted to a US attack on a docking site within Venezuelan territory, marking the first attack on Venezuelan soil since the US started striking ships tied to the country earlier this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strike on Venezuelan soil marks a significant escalation in Washington's confrontation with President Nicol\u00e1s Maduro's government. US officials have claimed that the operation hit infrastructure allegedly used by drug-smuggling networks operating out of Venezuela, but no independent evidence to support these claims has been made public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strike comes after the seize of two oil tankers off the Venezuelan coast last December as part of a US operation against a so-called \"shadow fleet\u201d of oil exports. Since last August, the US has deployed the largest maritime force to the Caribbean in the past four decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Washington declares drug trafficking a national security <\/a>threat, making military intervention necessary. But several studies show that drug trafficking in the United States is not a major passage from Venezuela. There have been human rights violations in the use of force by US military intervention against small boats, which have resulted in the deaths of 95 people, most of whom are civilians, since September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n In the year 2025, United States President Donald Trump has conducted military strikes in at least seven different countries. This represents one of the most geographically broad exercises of US military power on record within the last year. Although the motivations behind the action may relate to terrorism prevention, drug interdiction, and\/or the prevention of adversaries from developing weapons of mass destruction, there appears to be no public reason for the continued expansion of militarized power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This latest confirmation came this week as Trump admitted to a US attack on a docking site within Venezuelan territory, marking the first attack on Venezuelan soil since the US started striking ships tied to the country earlier this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strike on Venezuelan soil marks a significant escalation in Washington's confrontation with President Nicol\u00e1s Maduro's government. US officials have claimed that the operation hit infrastructure allegedly used by drug-smuggling networks operating out of Venezuela, but no independent evidence to support these claims has been made public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strike comes after the seize of two oil tankers off the Venezuelan coast last December as part of a US operation against a so-called \"shadow fleet\u201d of oil exports. Since last August, the US has deployed the largest maritime force to the Caribbean in the past four decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Washington declares drug trafficking a national security <\/a>threat, making military intervention necessary. But several studies show that drug trafficking in the United States is not a major passage from Venezuela. There have been human rights violations in the use of force by US military intervention against small boats, which have resulted in the deaths of 95 people, most of whom are civilians, since September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n While also making clear that his concern remains in local governance, Mamdani has contextualized his own tenure as mayor within his broader struggle against, what he terms, authoritarian politics and economic inequality at home.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Zohran Mamdani sworn in, vowing to remake New York for working people","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"zohran-mamdani-sworn-in-vowing-to-remake-new-york-for-working-people","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2026-01-03 08:56:23","post_modified_gmt":"2026-01-03 08:56:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/dctransparency.com\/?p=10065","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":10037,"post_author":"7","post_date":"2025-12-31 13:51:52","post_date_gmt":"2025-12-31 13:51:52","post_content":"\n In the year 2025, United States President Donald Trump has conducted military strikes in at least seven different countries. This represents one of the most geographically broad exercises of US military power on record within the last year. Although the motivations behind the action may relate to terrorism prevention, drug interdiction, and\/or the prevention of adversaries from developing weapons of mass destruction, there appears to be no public reason for the continued expansion of militarized power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This latest confirmation came this week as Trump admitted to a US attack on a docking site within Venezuelan territory, marking the first attack on Venezuelan soil since the US started striking ships tied to the country earlier this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strike on Venezuelan soil marks a significant escalation in Washington's confrontation with President Nicol\u00e1s Maduro's government. US officials have claimed that the operation hit infrastructure allegedly used by drug-smuggling networks operating out of Venezuela, but no independent evidence to support these claims has been made public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The strike comes after the seize of two oil tankers off the Venezuelan coast last December as part of a US operation against a so-called \"shadow fleet\u201d of oil exports. Since last August, the US has deployed the largest maritime force to the Caribbean in the past four decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Washington declares drug trafficking a national security <\/a>threat, making military intervention necessary. But several studies show that drug trafficking in the United States is not a major passage from Venezuela. There have been human rights violations in the use of force by US military intervention against small boats, which have resulted in the deaths of 95 people, most of whom are civilians, since September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The US waged its first reported air strikes on Christmas Day in the Nigerian state of Sokoto in the northwest region of the country. The air strikes targeted the armed groups the US says are connected to the ISIL. The US president called these air strikes \u2018powerful and deadly.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians..." - President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com\/AUUmTMABSs<\/a><\/p>— The White House (@WhiteHouse) December 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\n The Trump administration continues to find new ways to raise costs on all of us. It\u2019s time we have a City Hall that works relentlessly to ease the burden. Mamdani has been a vocal commentator and a strong critic of President Donald Trump and has been accusing him of spreading division and divisiveness in the country and attacking democracy and targeting immigrants and minorities in the United States. During the presidential campaign, he focused on the fact that the aftermaths of the return of Donald Trump would result in drastic effects on New York City and other urban cities related to immigration enforcement and civil rights and climate policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Trump administration continues to find new ways to raise costs on all of us. It\u2019s time we have a City Hall that works relentlessly to ease the burden. Mamdani has been a vocal commentator and a strong critic of President Donald Trump and has been accusing him of spreading division and divisiveness in the country and attacking democracy and targeting immigrants and minorities in the United States. During the presidential campaign, he focused on the fact that the aftermaths of the return of Donald Trump would result in drastic effects on New York City and other urban cities related to immigration enforcement and civil rights and climate policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Trump administration continues to find new ways to raise costs on all of us. It\u2019s time we have a City Hall that works relentlessly to ease the burden. Political observers believe his appeal was very much in tune with the aspirations of young voters, new immigrants, and lower-middle-class families finding it ever more impossible to afford the prices of the big city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani has been a vocal commentator and a strong critic of President Donald Trump and has been accusing him of spreading division and divisiveness in the country and attacking democracy and targeting immigrants and minorities in the United States. During the presidential campaign, he focused on the fact that the aftermaths of the return of Donald Trump would result in drastic effects on New York City and other urban cities related to immigration enforcement and civil rights and climate policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Trump administration continues to find new ways to raise costs on all of us. It\u2019s time we have a City Hall that works relentlessly to ease the burden. Mamdani's platform focused on the issues of affordability and public investment. His proposals included rent controls, free public transit, the establishment of grocery stores by the municipality to reduce the cost of groceries, and a Department of Community Safety which would focus on mental health support instead of traditional policing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Political observers believe his appeal was very much in tune with the aspirations of young voters, new immigrants, and lower-middle-class families finding it ever more impossible to afford the prices of the big city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani has been a vocal commentator and a strong critic of President Donald Trump and has been accusing him of spreading division and divisiveness in the country and attacking democracy and targeting immigrants and minorities in the United States. During the presidential campaign, he focused on the fact that the aftermaths of the return of Donald Trump would result in drastic effects on New York City and other urban cities related to immigration enforcement and civil rights and climate policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Trump administration continues to find new ways to raise costs on all of us. It\u2019s time we have a City Hall that works relentlessly to ease the burden. Mamdani's platform focused on the issues of affordability and public investment. His proposals included rent controls, free public transit, the establishment of grocery stores by the municipality to reduce the cost of groceries, and a Department of Community Safety which would focus on mental health support instead of traditional policing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Political observers believe his appeal was very much in tune with the aspirations of young voters, new immigrants, and lower-middle-class families finding it ever more impossible to afford the prices of the big city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani has been a vocal commentator and a strong critic of President Donald Trump and has been accusing him of spreading division and divisiveness in the country and attacking democracy and targeting immigrants and minorities in the United States. During the presidential campaign, he focused on the fact that the aftermaths of the return of Donald Trump would result in drastic effects on New York City and other urban cities related to immigration enforcement and civil rights and climate policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Trump administration continues to find new ways to raise costs on all of us. It\u2019s time we have a City Hall that works relentlessly to ease the burden. The dynamic of the race shifted when his campaign involved a huge grass-roots operation and a very successful use of social media, with Mamdani addressing over 10,000 volunteers, with all of them knocking doors in excess of 100,000 people in an attempt to invigorate first-time voters as well as people renting homes affected by increased living expenses post-COVID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's platform focused on the issues of affordability and public investment. His proposals included rent controls, free public transit, the establishment of grocery stores by the municipality to reduce the cost of groceries, and a Department of Community Safety which would focus on mental health support instead of traditional policing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Political observers believe his appeal was very much in tune with the aspirations of young voters, new immigrants, and lower-middle-class families finding it ever more impossible to afford the prices of the big city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani has been a vocal commentator and a strong critic of President Donald Trump and has been accusing him of spreading division and divisiveness in the country and attacking democracy and targeting immigrants and minorities in the United States. During the presidential campaign, he focused on the fact that the aftermaths of the return of Donald Trump would result in drastic effects on New York City and other urban cities related to immigration enforcement and civil rights and climate policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Trump administration continues to find new ways to raise costs on all of us. It\u2019s time we have a City Hall that works relentlessly to ease the burden. Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. The selection of the disused City Hall subway station, which dates back to 1904 and was one of the first stations opened, was no coincidence. This was an indication of Mamdani's administration's priorities, according to a statement issued by his office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. The selection of the disused City Hall subway station, which dates back to 1904 and was one of the first stations opened, was no coincidence. This was an indication of Mamdani's administration's priorities, according to a statement issued by his office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. \"The historic subway station represented the importance of public transportation in the social and economic fabric of New York. I begin my tenure with a dedication to all the working people who depend on public infrastructure to keep the city functioning.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The selection of the disused City Hall subway station, which dates back to 1904 and was one of the first stations opened, was no coincidence. This was an indication of Mamdani's administration's priorities, according to a statement issued by his office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. \"The historic subway station represented the importance of public transportation in the social and economic fabric of New York. I begin my tenure with a dedication to all the working people who depend on public infrastructure to keep the city functioning.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The selection of the disused City Hall subway station, which dates back to 1904 and was one of the first stations opened, was no coincidence. This was an indication of Mamdani's administration's priorities, according to a statement issued by his office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Mamdani continued by saying, <\/p>\n\n\n\n \"The historic subway station represented the importance of public transportation in the social and economic fabric of New York. I begin my tenure with a dedication to all the working people who depend on public infrastructure to keep the city functioning.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The selection of the disused City Hall subway station, which dates back to 1904 and was one of the first stations opened, was no coincidence. This was an indication of Mamdani's administration's priorities, according to a statement issued by his office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. \"the honor and the privilege of a lifetime,\" <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Mamdani continued by saying, <\/p>\n\n\n\n \"The historic subway station represented the importance of public transportation in the social and economic fabric of New York. I begin my tenure with a dedication to all the working people who depend on public infrastructure to keep the city functioning.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The selection of the disused City Hall subway station, which dates back to 1904 and was one of the first stations opened, was no coincidence. This was an indication of Mamdani's administration's priorities, according to a statement issued by his office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. \"the honor and the privilege of a lifetime,\" <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Mamdani continued by saying, <\/p>\n\n\n\n \"The historic subway station represented the importance of public transportation in the social and economic fabric of New York. I begin my tenure with a dedication to all the working people who depend on public infrastructure to keep the city functioning.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The selection of the disused City Hall subway station, which dates back to 1904 and was one of the first stations opened, was no coincidence. This was an indication of Mamdani's administration's priorities, according to a statement issued by his office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. However, prefacing the event<\/a> as <\/p>\n\n\n\n \"the honor and the privilege of a lifetime,\" <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Mamdani continued by saying, <\/p>\n\n\n\n \"The historic subway station represented the importance of public transportation in the social and economic fabric of New York. I begin my tenure with a dedication to all the working people who depend on public infrastructure to keep the city functioning.\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The selection of the disused City Hall subway station, which dates back to 1904 and was one of the first stations opened, was no coincidence. This was an indication of Mamdani's administration's priorities, according to a statement issued by his office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Addressing the gathering after the oath-taking ceremony, the newly sworn-in Mayor highlighted the station as an \u201creminder that New York Once Dared to Build Beautiful Things That Transformed the Lives of Working People,\u201d Justinsell quoted him as saying. Outgoing Mayor Eric Adams was present during the ceremony and later explained the reason behind it \u201cto show there was a peaceful transfer of power.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was the first mayor in the history of the city to take an oath in office using the Qur\u2019an to reflect his Islamic faith. The oath was placed on two copies of the Qur\u2019an\u2014the one that belonged to his grandfather and the one that belonged to the black historian and intellectual Arturo Schomburg, whose legacy was preserved at the New York Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gesture also had significance because it was taking place within a city that was home to over one million Muslim citizens, against the background of high levels of political polarisation within the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani was born and raised in Uganda and later in New York City. Mamdani is the son of renowned film director Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani, who teaches at Columbia University and is known for his work on the study of Africa. Mamdani became a U.S. citizen when he was still a teenager and has described his political ideas shaped by his upbringing within an urban environment affected by migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prior to winning the mayoral seat, Mamdani<\/a> was the assembly member of the New York State Assembly. He was known for being outspoken about issues such as housing affordability, labor protections, and public transportation. His earlier career, involving work as a housing counselor, introduced him to challenges of low-income renters, which he regularly references when tracing his political roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mamdani's ascension to City Hall came quickly, with little expectation that he might succeed. When the Democratic primary campaign started, he trailed the leader, former Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo, by over 30 points. In April, his position remained at 36%, while Cuomo took 64%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Together, we'll stand up to an authoritarian federal government and deliver a city we can afford. Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as mayor of New York City shortly after midnight on New Year\u2019s Day at a private inauguration at an abandoned beaux arts station at City Hall, signaling a new era in U.S. history\u2019s largest city by population, located in New York, USA. Mayor Mamdani started his new life at age 34, where he took his oath of office conducted by Attorney General Letitia James, administration sources quoted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, prefacing the event<\/a> as <\/p>\n\n\n\n \"the honor and the privilege of a lifetime,\" <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Mamdani continued by saying, <\/p>\n\n\n\nHas Trump abandoned his \u201cAmerica First\u201d promise?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Has Trump abandoned his \u201cAmerica First\u201d promise?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Has Trump abandoned his \u201cAmerica First\u201d promise?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What happened during the US operation in Iraq?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Has Trump abandoned his \u201cAmerica First\u201d promise?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What happened during the US operation in Iraq?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Has Trump abandoned his \u201cAmerica First\u201d promise?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why has Yemen remained a constant target?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why has Yemen remained a constant target?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why has Yemen remained a constant target?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US strike Iranian nuclear sites?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US strike Iranian nuclear sites?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US strike Iranian nuclear sites?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What prompted the latest US strikes in Syria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What prompted the latest US strikes in Syria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What prompted the latest US strikes in Syria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How deep is US military involvement in Somalia?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How deep is US military involvement in Somalia?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How deep is US military involvement in Somalia?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US launch air strikes in Nigeria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US launch air strikes in Nigeria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US launch air strikes in Nigeria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US launch air strikes in Nigeria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why has Venezuela become a new front for US military action?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US launch air strikes in Nigeria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why has Venezuela become a new front for US military action?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US launch air strikes in Nigeria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why has Venezuela become a new front for US military action?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US launch air strikes in Nigeria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why has Venezuela become a new front for US military action?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why did the US launch air strikes in Nigeria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We will deliver on fast and free buses, universal childcare and a rent freeze because New Yorkers need the relief. pic.twitter.com\/P4zPuWgptf<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) November 16, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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We will deliver on fast and free buses, universal childcare and a rent freeze because New Yorkers need the relief. pic.twitter.com\/P4zPuWgptf<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) November 16, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhat are Mamdani\u2019s views on Donald Trump and national politics?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We will deliver on fast and free buses, universal childcare and a rent freeze because New Yorkers need the relief. pic.twitter.com\/P4zPuWgptf<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) November 16, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhat are Mamdani\u2019s views on Donald Trump and national politics?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We will deliver on fast and free buses, universal childcare and a rent freeze because New Yorkers need the relief. pic.twitter.com\/P4zPuWgptf<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) November 16, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhat are Mamdani\u2019s views on Donald Trump and national politics?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We will deliver on fast and free buses, universal childcare and a rent freeze because New Yorkers need the relief. pic.twitter.com\/P4zPuWgptf<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) November 16, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhat policies defined Mamdani\u2019s campaign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What are Mamdani\u2019s views on Donald Trump and national politics?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We will deliver on fast and free buses, universal childcare and a rent freeze because New Yorkers need the relief. pic.twitter.com\/P4zPuWgptf<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) November 16, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhat policies defined Mamdani\u2019s campaign?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What are Mamdani\u2019s views on Donald Trump and national politics?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We will deliver on fast and free buses, universal childcare and a rent freeze because New Yorkers need the relief. pic.twitter.com\/P4zPuWgptf<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) November 16, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nHow did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nHow did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nHow did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWho is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWho is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWho is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhat made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhat made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhat made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhy was the inauguration location symbolically important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
\nWhy was the inauguration location symbolically important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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Why was the inauguration location symbolically important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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Why was the inauguration location symbolically important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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Why was the inauguration location symbolically important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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Why was the inauguration location symbolically important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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Why was the inauguration location symbolically important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What made Mamdani\u2019s swearing-in historically significant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is Zohran Mamdani beyond the inauguration moment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How did Mamdani rise from political outsider to mayor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Thank you @KathyHochul<\/a>, @AndreaSCousins<\/a> and Speaker Carl Heastie. pic.twitter.com\/27x14aeZzL<\/a><\/p>— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) October 26, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote>
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