Mamdani's victory polarizes D.C. pols, Long Island officials

Reactions to Mamdani's Victory

Democrats offered congratulations, while Republicans issued warnings after Zohran Mamdani's historic win in New York City's mayoral race.

Long Island officials and state Democrats reacted to the news, with some keeping their distance from Mamdani.

Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and New York State GOP Chair Ed Cox, declared that Mamdani's victory solidifies the Democrats' transformation to a big-government, socialist party.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries dismissed these Republican depictions.

Author's Summary

Zohran Mamdani's win sparks divided reactions from politicians.

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