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Zohran Mamdani, the 33-year-old democratic socialist appeared to have cleared the first hurdle on his path to becoming New York’s first Muslim mayor, declaring victory in the city’s Democratic primary on Tuesday night, although it could be days before the final result is known.

In a stunning upset, Andrew Cuomo – who had been a heavy favorite until recent weeks - conceded the race, after it become clear the progressive upstart had built a substantial lead over the more experienced but scandal-scarred former governor.

In a speech to supporters, Mamdani said, “Tonight, we made history.”

“I will be your Democratic nominee for the mayor of New York City,” he said.

Supporters react during a watch party for Zohran Mamdani's primary election, which includes his bid to become the Democratic candidate for New York City mayor, after Andrew Cuomo conceded.

After 93% of votes were counted in the primary’s first round, Mamdani, a state representative, had 43.5% of the vote. Cuomo was at 36.4%.

Speaking at a campaign rally, Cuomo said Mamdani had run a “really smart and good and impactful campaign”.

In a post on his official X account, Mamdani wrote: "In the words of Nelson Mandela: it always seems impossible until it’s done. My friends, it is done. And you are the ones who did it. I am honored to be your Democratic nominee for the Mayor of New York City." The Guardian

 

In the words of Nelson Mandela: it always seems impossible until it’s done.

My friends, it is done. And you are the ones who did it.

I am honored to be your Democratic nominee for the Mayor of New York City. pic.twitter.com/AgW0Z30xw1

— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) June 25, 2025