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NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani Visits Both Satmar Chof Alef Kislev Celebrations

The appearances signal active engagement with Orthodox constituencies following controversy over his Israel stance.

Overview

  • Mamdani attended the Kiryas Yoel-led gathering at the Waterfront in Williamsburg before heading to the Williamsburg-led event at the Brooklyn Armory in Crown Heights.
  • Video from the celebrations shows a warm reception, with Mamdani joined by senior adviser Andrew Epstein and Public Advocate Jumaane Williams.
  • At the Armory event, Satmar leader Rabbi David Niederman introduced the mayor-elect with remarks praising his stated commitment to safety, religious rights, and yeshivas, according to a recording.
  • The Forward reports he is set to meet a group of rabbis on Thursday to outline plans on public safety and affordability, according to two sources familiar with the planning.
  • On the same night, President Donald Trump sent personal letters to both Satmar Rebbes honoring Chof Alef Kislev and lauding the community’s faith and legacy.