Rep. Laura Gillen criticized Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, labeling him as excessively radical and not suitable for New York City’s leadership. She expressed concerns over his campaign promises, which she deems unrealistic, particularly in the context of rising antisemitism, reflecting the demographic of her Long Island district. Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, has drawn attention for his polarizing comments, including those relating to police funding. While he celebrated a primary win, leading Democrats refrained from full endorsements, and Republicans plan to use his candidacy to frame the Democratic agenda negatively heading into the midterms.
Rep. Laura Gillen distanced herself from NYC mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, labeling him as 'the wrong choice for New York' due to his extreme views.
Gillen criticized Mamdani for promoting unachievable promises and higher taxes which she believes New Yorkers do not need amid rising antisemitism.
Despite his primary win, major Democratic leaders Jeffries and Schumer congratulated Mamdani but refrained from endorsing him, wary of his radical platform.
Republicans are leveraging Mamdani as a scapegoat for Democrats, claiming that all Democrats are now associated with his radical agenda on policing and immigration.
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