Zohran Mamdani Says ICE Is Nothing More Than A Corrupt Agency Following Lander Arrest

As the New York City mayoral election primary approaches, the leftist candidate Zohran Mamdani appears on a YouTube and Substack livestream with Mehdi, engaging with Zeteo subscribers about his race. He elaborates on critical elements influencing his campaign, such as public opinion polls and fundraising efforts. Mamdani condemns what he describes as "Islamophobic campaigning" by former governor and leading Democratic candidate Andrew Cuomo, emphasizing, “Creating a mailer that artificially extends a beard demonstrates Cuomo's long-standing pattern of avoiding mosques during his decade in office.” The conversation delves into pressing questions from viewers about the viability of his initiatives, his potential run as an independent if he fails in the primary, and possible endorsements if Cuomo secures the nomination. Furthermore, Mehdi and Mamdani discuss the broader implications for the Democratic party, which Mamdani claims is "setting itself an ever-lowering ceiling" compared to Republicans. For further insights, watch the entire stream above, addressing rent control concerns, critiques from The New York Times, and reactions surrounding the arrest of Brad Lander by ICE agents.