Kirsten Gillibrand Endorses Zohran Mamdani for NY Governor
Source: Gillibrand apologizes to Mamdani over ‘jihad’ comments (2025-07-02)
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has officially endorsed State Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani in his bid for New York governor. Gillibrand praised Mamdani’s progressive platform and commitment to addressing economic inequality, climate change, and social justice issues, positioning him as a candidate who can bring fresh leadership to the state. Mamdani, a rising star in New York politics, has gained support from various progressive groups and advocates for policies such as universal healthcare, affordable housing, and criminal justice reform. Gillibrand’s endorsement is seen as a significant boost for Mamdani’s campaign, highlighting his growing prominence within the Democratic Party and his potential to challenge more establishment-aligned candidates in the upcoming primary.