Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old Democratic candidate, has made history by becoming the first socialist to govern New York City and the first Muslim mayor of the city.
He defeated his main rival, Andrew Cuomo, after a successful campaign, and will also be the youngest mayor in a century.
He has managed to embody the hope for change in Donald Trump’s America and a sense of rebellion against the establishment of his own party.
His victory is significant in a city that has had 110 mayors before him, with only a handful being immigrants, and where he was relatively unknown just a year ago.
Author's summary: Zohran Mamdani wins NYC mayoral election at 34.