New year, new mayor: New York rings in 2026 with Zohran Mamadani's inauguration
Mamdani was a trailblazing candidate and is expected by many in his city of 8 million - some with hope, some with trepidation - to be a disruptive mayor.
Zohran Mamdani looks on at Old City Hall Staion on the day he is sworn in as mayor of New York City, New York, US, Thursday, Jan 1st 2026.(photo credit: Amir Hamja/Pool via REUTERS)ByREUTERSUpdated: