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Mamdani Reaffirms DSA Ties After Endorsing Lander Over Avilés

The mayor-elect signals loyalty to the group despite internal criticism of his recent endorsements.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 11: New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani speaks during a press briefing at Little Scholars on December 11, 2025 in New York City. Mamdani visited a school and met with educators to speak about the importance of his campaign promise of Universal Child Care after meeting with business leaders to discuss how to fund the child care plan. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Zohran Mamdani said the Democratic Socialists of America remains his political home and that he is a proud member, addressing questions at a Thursday press conference.
  • One day earlier, he endorsed City Comptroller Brad Lander in New York’s 10th District, diverging from NYC-DSA’s prior support for Council Member Alexa Avilés.
  • Following Lander’s entry with Mamdani’s backing, Avilés ended her prospective bid, citing the risk of a split field against incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman.
  • Mamdani previously urged DSA not to back Council Member Chi Ossé against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, after which Ossé suspended his campaign and Mamdani expressed support for Jeffries becoming speaker if Democrats retake the House.
  • Parts of the DSA and allied groups have criticized his choices, including keeping NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch and a November White House meeting with President Donald Trump, even as at least 26 NYC-DSA members have roles on his transition team.