BREAKING: Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has announced a significant change in living arrangements, opting to leave his rent-stabilized apartment in Queens for the historic Gracie Mansion following his inauguration in January 2024. This urgent decision underscores concerns for his family’s safety and a commitment to focus on delivering the affordability agenda that New Yorkers overwhelmingly supported.
In a statement released earlier today, Mamdani, who has been residing in a $2,300 one-bedroom apartment in Astoria, expressed mixed emotions about leaving his home. “My wife Rama and I have made the decision to move into Gracie Mansion in January,” he stated. “We will miss much about our home in Astoria — cooking dinner side by side in our kitchen, sharing a sleepy elevator ride with our neighbors in the evening, hearing music and laughter vibrate through the walls of the apartment.”
The mayor-elect emphasized that this move is not just about personal comfort but a necessary step for ensuring his family’s safety and allowing him to dedicate his full attention to his responsibilities as mayor. “This decision came down to our family’s safety and the importance of dedicating all of my focus on enacting the affordability agenda New Yorkers voted for,” Mamdani added.
The announcement is stirring reactions across New York City, especially among supporters of Mamdani’s progressive platform. As a Democratic socialist, Mamdani has garnered significant public interest and support, making this transition noteworthy. His decision to move to Gracie Mansion, a symbol of New York City’s political history, further cements his role in shaping the future of the city.
As the inauguration date approaches, all eyes will be on Mamdani to see how he plans to implement his vision for affordable housing and community safety. Residents of Astoria and beyond are eager to learn what policies he will prioritize in his new role.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
