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Last updated: Monday, January 19, 2026 3:42PM GMT

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NEW YORK (WABC) — Mayor Zohran Mamdani continues to hit the ground running as he works to fulfill campaign promises to the people of New York City.

It’s been just over two weeks since the 34-year-old took the oath of office and became New York City’s 112th mayor.

He’s grabbed national attention for his policy proposals and his outspoken stance on contentious issues like immigration.

Follow along for regular updates during Mamdani’s first 100 days.

Mamdani to mark MLK Jr. Day

Mayor Mamdani will attend the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at Brooklyn Academy of Music.

Then, the mayor will attend the King Day of Service: Public Policy Forum hosted by Reverend Al Sharpton at National Action Network.

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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani goes one-on-one with Bill Ritter in sit-down interview

It’s been just over two weeks since Zohran Mamdani took the oath of office and became New York City’s 112th mayor.

He’s grabbed national attention for his policy proposals and his outspoken stance on contentious issues like immigration.

In a sit-down interview with Eyewitness News anchor Bill Ritter, the mayor drew a line in the sand, maintaining that New York will remain a sanctuary city.

Bill Ritter sits down with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, joining him as a guest for Up Close

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