Radio Host Sid Rosenberg Apologizes for Attacking NYC Mayor

Rosenberg's controversial social media post sparked backlash across New York City's political landscape.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Sid Rosenberg, a longtime radio host on 77 WABC Radio, issued a public apology after a social media post attacking New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani sparked backlash across the city's political landscape. Rosenberg shared a message acknowledging the controversy surrounding a tweet he posted over the weekend, writing that he wanted to address those who were offended by his comments.

Why it matters

Rosenberg's comments on social media reignited a political controversy, drawing condemnation from several Democratic figures in New York. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions and heated rhetoric in the city's political landscape.

The details

In the post, Rosenberg had directed a message to former President Donald Trump criticizing Mayor Mamdani and using inflammatory language. Critics argued the rhetoric crossed a line and called on Rosenberg to walk back his comments, while supporters defended the host as exercising his right to political speech. Rosenberg's new statement appears to signal an effort to defuse the situation, offering a direct apology to the mayor and others who took offense to the remarks.

  • On Saturday, Rosenberg posted the controversial tweet that sparked the backlash.
  • On Wednesday morning, Rosenberg issued the public apology live outside the Gastroenterology Associates of New Jersey (GANJ) office in West Orange, New Jersey.

The players

Sid Rosenberg

A longtime radio host on 77 WABC Radio who issued a public apology after a social media post attacking New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani sparked backlash.

Zohran Mamdani

The current mayor of New York City, who was the target of Rosenberg's controversial social media post.

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What they’re saying

“To the mayor, and anyone else that I offended with my tweet on Saturday, I send out a heartfelt apology.”

— Sid Rosenberg, Radio Host (wabcradio.com)

What’s next

It remains unclear whether Mayor Mamdani or city officials plan to respond to Rosenberg's apology.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing political tensions and heated rhetoric in New York City, and the importance of public figures being accountable for their statements and actions.