Zohran Mamdani Becomes NYC’s First Muslim Mayor—Already Facing Backlash from Trump and 50 Cent

New York City’s political landscape is shifting as Zohran Mamdani, 34, takes office as the city’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor in 2026. The democratic socialist made headlines not only for his historic win but also for his bold economic vision—raising corporate tax rates to 11.5% and adding a 2% tax on residents earning over $1 million.

While many New Yorkers applaud his progressive stance, the elite aren’t thrilled. Donald Trump reacted to the news with a cryptic Truth Social post: “And so it begins.” Meanwhile, rapper 50 Cent publicly mocked the new mayor, even offering to pay for his departure from the city.

Mamdani, unfazed, responded with humor and conviction, saying, “Even though we disagree on tax policy, I still listen to ‘Many Men.’”

Despite criticism, Mamdani insists his plan will rebuild NYC from the ground up—“A fair tax system benefits every New Yorker, not just the wealthy.”

A new era for New York has begun.