Maria Torres-Springer
New York's First Muslim Mayor Zohran Mamdani Assembles All-Female Transition Team for Revolutionary Administration
Nov 07, 2025 01:17 am CST
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has made history by appointing an all-female transition team as he prepares to become the city's first Muslim mayor, first of South Asian heritage, and youngest in over a century. The 34-year-old Democratic socialist has assembled a team of accomplished women, including former FTC chair Lina Khan, to implement his progressive agenda featuring rent freezes, free bus service, and universal childcare. Mamdani aims to create an administration that balances capability with compassion while addressing longstanding urban challenges with innovative solutions.
Mamdani Signals Willingness to Work with Trump Administration on Cost of Living Issues Facing New Yorkers
Nov 06, 2025 05:02 pm CST
New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has expressed openness to collaborating with President Donald Trump on addressing inflation and cost of living challenges, despite their political differences. The Democratic socialist, who defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo, emphasized that merely identifying economic crises isn't enough—leaders must deliver solutions. Mamdani's transition team includes former Biden administration official Lina Khan and Maria Torres-Springer, who resigned from the Adams administration.