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Zohran Mamdani is set to be sworn in as New York City’s next mayor on January 1, vowing to "hit the ground running" from day one.

Speaking Wednesday, Mamdani confirmed his immediate priority will be to prepare his ambitious affordability agenda.

He also expressed his intent to unite a sceptical populace, stating that "no matter what your politics, we’re all facing the same issues."

"We owe it t

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