NYC Mayor Mamdani Celebrates 100 Days in Office with Rallies

The democratic socialist mayor was joined by Senator Bernie Sanders at two concert venues in Queens and Manhattan.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:51am

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A dynamic, abstract painting of two figures speaking on a stage, their forms repeated in overlapping, fractured geometric shapes in vibrant red, blue, and yellow, conveying the energy and momentum of a political rally.The energetic rallies celebrating Mayor Mamdani's first 100 days in office showcased his continued alliance with Senator Sanders and their shared progressive vision for New York City.NYC Today

On his 102nd day as mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, returned to his political home borough of Queens to deliver his 100-day address. Mamdani declared his first three months in office a success and a harbinger of what's to come, as he was joined on stage by his political mentor, Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont, at two concert venues in Queens and Manhattan.

Why it matters

Mamdani's 100-day address and rallies with Senator Sanders highlight the mayor's progressive agenda and his continued alliance with the influential democratic socialist senator. As a newly elected mayor, Mamdani is seeking to build momentum and support for his ambitious policy plans.

The details

At the Knockdown Center in Queens, Mamdani spoke before a passionate crowd of city workers and supporters, with a museum-style display featuring exhibits commemorating some of his early accomplishments. Earlier in the day, Mamdani and Sanders appeared about an hour apart at Terminal 5 in Manhattan, where several hundred supporters gathered to give them standing ovations.

  • On his 102nd day as mayor of New York City, Mamdani delivered his 100-day address.
  • The events took place on Sunday, April 13, 2026.

The players

Zohran Mamdani

The democratic socialist mayor of New York City, who was elected in 2025 and is now celebrating his first 100 days in office.

Bernie Sanders

The U.S. Senator from Vermont and a prominent democratic socialist, who is Mamdani's political mentor and joined him on stage at the 100-day rallies.

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What they’re saying

“With what we've accomplished in 14 weeks, imagine what we can do together in four years.”

— Zohran Mamdani, Mayor of New York City

What’s next

Mamdani is expected to continue pushing his progressive agenda and building support for his policy plans in the coming months and years of his mayoral term.

The takeaway

Mamdani's 100-day rallies with Senator Sanders highlight the mayor's commitment to a democratic socialist platform and his continued alliance with the influential senator, as he seeks to build momentum and support for his ambitious policy goals in New York City.