Mamdani on Republican defeat in elections: "They spent money on genocide instead of schools"

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated the Democratic victory in the midterm elections, stating that voters rebelled against politicians who spend tax money on "war crimes and genocide" instead of schools and roads. He also criticized Vice President JD Vance.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated the Democratic victory in the US midterm elections. In his speech, he stated that voters rebelled against politicians who spend their tax money on "war crimes and genocide" instead of building schools and paving roads. Mamdani also criticized Vice President JD Vance, who asked Americans to give the administration another two years to fulfill its promises. "Working people cannot afford to wait another two years to pay rent or buy groceries," he added.