Overview
- Mamdani said he and his wife, Rama Duwaji, will relocate to the official residence after his Jan. 1, 2026 swearing-in.
- The decision ends weeks of uncertainty, announced in a formal statement and an Instagram post featuring a photo of a Gracie Mansion replica.
- The couple currently live in a rent-stabilized one-bedroom in Astoria, with reporting putting the rent around $2,300 a month.
- The announcement revives criticism from opponents, including Andrew Cuomo, who argued a high-earning official should not occupy a subsidized unit.
- Gracie Mansion has been the customary mayoral home since 1942, with Michael Bloomberg a notable exception, and Mamdani emphasized his continued ties to Astoria.