Fetterman Blasts NYC Mayoral Hopeful
Senator says Mamdani is not a Democrat, slams policies.
In a surprising move, **U.S. Sen. John Fetterman** has publicly criticized **Zohran Mamdani**, a Democratic socialist candidate vying for New York City’s mayoral seat, asserting that **Mamdani** is “not even a Democrat.”
This comes as New York City faces a pivotal election that could shift its political landscape.
Fetterman’s Criticism
**Fetterman** minced no words when speaking about **Mamdani**, telling Fox News he disagrees with him on “virtually any”
of his policies. The senator questioned **Mamdani’s** Democratic credentials, suggesting his primary win could benefit Republicans.
Online reactions to **Fetterman’s** comments have been swift and critical, with some questioning his own political stances, according to HuffPost.com. Others called out **Fetterman** for his conservative drift on key issues.
Mamdani’s Platform
**Mamdani**, currently a member of the New York State Assembly since 2021, campaigned on a platform that includes raising taxes on billionaires, tackling the city’s housing crisis, and addressing the high cost of living. His opponent in the general election is Republican **Curtis Sliwa**, co-founder of the Guardian Angels.
GOP Advantage?
**Fetterman** believes **Mamdani’s** success is “Christmas in July for the GOP,”
providing them with an opportunity to brand the Democratic party. He also stated that **Mamdani’s** win was “not an accurate reflection of the electorate,”
and has no relevance to battleground states in the 2028 election.
According to a recent report by the Pew Research Center, political polarization in the U.S. continues to deepen, with only small percentages of Republicans and Democrats holding consistently mixed views across different issues (Pew Research Center).
Progressive Disillusionment
**Fetterman’s** recent stances have caused friction with progressives, who disapprove of his views on immigration, ICE raids, and **Israel’s** military actions in Gaza. This break from progressive orthodoxy has led to criticism and accusations of abandoning his earlier political positions.
Furthermore, **Fetterman** has drawn ire from some Democrats for his post-election visit with then-President-elect **Donald Trump**, his amicable relationship with **Pennsylvania** GOP **U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick**, and his support for certain **Trump** appointees.
The clash between **Fetterman** and **Mamdani** highlights the widening ideological rifts within the Democratic Party, and signals a potentially divisive election cycle in **New York City**.
