Zohran Mamdani issued his first veto as New York City mayor on Friday, and it revealed once more that he is no friend of the Jewish people or a fan of law and order.
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The democratic socialist has spent his approximately three and a half months in Gracie Mansion proving that he is governing exactly the way he told us he would: by endorsing extreme left policies, threatening punitive tax hikes, refocusing the government on “equity” (which is basically just legalized discrimination), and demonizing the wealthy — the very people who prop the Big Apple up.
Now the man who refused to condemn the phrase “globalize the intifada” has vetoed a bipartisan measure meant to keep students safe during protests. What were some of the most violent and destructive demonstrations we’ve seen in NYC in recent years? You got it, the 2024 pro-Hamas, anti-Jewish conflagrations at Columbia University and on the city streets, as well as the January anti-ICE protests, to name but a few.
Mamdani apparently wants to let rioters do whatever they want:
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is sparking backlash after using his first veto to derail a bipartisan bill aimed at combating antisemitism by expanding protest security safeguards for places of education.
“This could impact workers protesting ICE or college students demanding their school divest from fossil fuels or demonstrating in support of Palestinian rights,” Mamdani said in a statement Friday.
“It is a piece of legislation that has alarmed much of the labor movement, reproductive rights groups and immigration advocates, among others, across this city.”
Last month, the City Council passed two bills related to the constitutional right to protest — one for houses of worship, and one for educational institutions.
Today, I’m letting one bill go into effect, and vetoing the other. I’d like to take a moment to explain why.
As Mayor,… pic.twitter.com/beZq3IKS9C
— Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@NYCMayor) April 24, 2026
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As Mayor, I will always make sure the right to protest, prayer and protection are guaranteed for every New Yorker.
Yeah, especially if they’re violent anti-ICE or pro-Hamas demonstrators.
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Former Empire State Gov. Andrew Cuomo, whom I usually criticize for his disastrous COVID response, alleged tendency to sexually harass staffers, and other foibles, was actually on point with his response:
Let’s tell it like it is: @nycmayor chose the whims of his radical, extreme-left DSA base over the safety of students and Jewish New Yorkers at a time of rising antisemitism. Instead of governing for all NYers, Mamdani has repealed the very definition of antisemitism from the… https://t.co/ZrTlB3HVo0
— Andrew Cuomo (@andrewcuomo) April 24, 2026
Cuomo:
Let’s tell it like it is: @nycmayor chose the whims of his radical, extreme-left DSA base over the safety of students and Jewish New Yorkers at a time of rising antisemitism. Instead of governing for all NYers, Mamdani has repealed the very definition of antisemitism from the city’s books, changed how antisemitic crimes are counted and now vetoed these commonsense security measures when they are needed most.
I proudly stand shoulder to shoulder with my Jewish brothers and sisters — just as the Cuomos always have, and always will.
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Let’s face it, the Cuomo brand has taken plenty of hits in recent years, but it’s hard to argue his point on this one. Meanwhile, it’s impossible to claim that Mamdani duped voters or pulled a fast one — no, this is exactly how we told us he would govern. The sad part is that far too many New Yorkers either didn’t listen or didn’t care.
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They can expect plenty more of the same.
🚨‼️ RARE rebuke from major Jewish organizations of Mayor Mamdani’s expected veto of the schools protest safety bill (175-B):
“This veto is a profound failure of City Hall to demonstrate to all New Yorkers that our safety is a priority.”
Joint statement ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/HGTZuhPocD
— Jacob N. Kornbluh (@jacobkornbluh) April 24, 2026
Editor’s Note: New York City is now facing the consequences of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s socialist takeover.
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