UPDATE: Zohran Mamdani has officially taken the oath of office as the 112th mayor of New York City at the stroke of midnight on January 1, 2024. In a historic and intimate ceremony held at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, the 34-year-old Democratic socialist was sworn in by New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking a significant moment for the city as he becomes its first Muslim mayor and the first of South Asian descent.
Mamdani, who previously represented the 36th Assembly District in Astoria, Queens, will publicly take the oath of office at 1 p.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2024, administered by U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont. The ceremony will be streamed live by CBS News New York, allowing viewers to witness this pivotal moment.
The public swearing-in will be part of a festive block party celebration dubbed the “Inauguration of a New Era,” taking place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the iconic Canyon of Heroes, a renowned stretch along Broadway famous for its ticker-tape parades. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP online to join in the festivities featuring music, performances, and interfaith elements, as confirmed by Mamdani’s transition team.
As anticipation builds, Mamdani’s inauguration is expected to draw extensive media coverage from across the nation and around the globe. Photographer Amanda Briggs comments,
“I think there is really going to be a lot of energy… he has really been able to create these connections to so many different New Yorkers.”
In preparation for his leadership, Mamdani has already appointed five high-ranking officials, including Kamar Samuels as the new city schools chancellor, signaling a swift transition and commitment to his vision for the city.
The atmosphere is charged with excitement as New Yorkers prepare to celebrate this groundbreaking moment in the city’s history. With Mamdani’s leadership, many are hopeful for a transformative era ahead. Stay tuned for live updates and in-depth coverage of this historic swearing-in ceremony.
