Zohran Kwame Mamdani is an American politician who became the 112th mayor of New York City in January 2026. He is affiliated with the Democratic Party and the Democratic Socialists of America, reflecting his commitment to progressive policies. Before his tenure as mayor, Mamdani represented Astoria, Queens as a member of the New York State Assembly for the 36th district from 2021 to 2025. His work in the Assembly focused on issues important to his constituents and the broader community in Queens.