GOP targets New York socialist Zohran Mamdani as symbol of Democratic extremism

By Lauren Green
Published November 6, 2025 6:00am ET
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Republicans have their new bogeyman, and his name is Zohran Mamdani, the Mayor-elect of New York City.

Following the Democratic Socialists’ win in New York City Tuesday night, Republicans quickly moved to tie Mamdani to leaders of the Democratic Party, with early indications showing they plan to continue doing so as part of their 2026 midterm elections messaging.

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