NYC Mayor Mamdani Responds to Radio Host's Viral Attack

Sid Rosenberg accused Mamdani of anti-American and antisemitic views, prompting a sharp rebuke from the mayor.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani responded to a viral tweet from 77's Sid Rosenberg, who publicly attacked the mayor, accusing him of anti-American and antisemitic views and urging President Donald Trump to take action. Mamdani rejected Rosenberg's language and reaffirmed his commitment to his responsibilities as mayor.

Why it matters

The exchange highlights the deep political divisions in New York City and beyond, amplified by global events and domestic debates over leadership, patriotism, and how public officials communicate controversial viewpoints.

The details

In a now-viral tweet, Rosenberg addressed Trump directly as 'the best President in the 250-year history of our country,' and pleaded with him to stop giving credibility to what he called an 'America-hating mayor.' Rosenberg sharply criticized Mamdani's coverage of several national issues, including the capture of Nicolás Maduro, immigration enforcement, and the U.S.–Israel military operation against Iran.

  • The tweet was posted on March 3, 2026.

The players

Zohran Mamdani

The mayor of New York City who responded to Rosenberg's attack.

Sid Rosenberg

A radio host at 77 who publicly attacked Mayor Mamdani on social media, accusing him of anti-American and antisemitic views.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States, whom Rosenberg addressed directly in his tweet and urged to take action against Mamdani.

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What they’re saying

“How many times does this terrorist sympathizer have to spit in your face Mr. President before you say enough is enough?”

— Sid Rosenberg, Radio Host (Twitter)

“This language is painfully familiar. I have far more urgent work in front of me, and there is no amount of racism that will change the way in which I lead.”

— Zohran Mamdani, Mayor of New York City (Twitter)

The takeaway

This incident highlights the deep political divisions and tensions in New York City and the nation, with public officials and media personalities engaging in heated exchanges over issues of patriotism, leadership, and controversial viewpoints.