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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is jumping into the 2028 planning. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is jumping into the 2028 planning.

Mamdani can’t be president – but he still wants to be involved in the 2028 race

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Mamdani can’t be president – but he still wants to be involved in the 2028 race

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is jumping into the 2028 planning.

The New York City mayor confirmed he’s been meeting with labor leaders to talk about 2028.

  • By Shenal Tissera
  • November 9, 2026
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