Republican senators are supporting a petition from families of 9/11 victims to prevent New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani from attending the 25th anniversary remembrance ceremony at Ground Zero. The petition, which has garnered over 82,000 signatures, raises concerns about Mamdani's past comments and associations, including claims that he has not adequately condemned Islamic extremism. Senators John Kennedy and John Thune expressed their disapproval of Mamdani's potential attendance, with Thune stating he cannot defend Mamdani's actions. The petition cites specific allegations against Mamdani, including his failure to condemn certain phrases and his associations with individuals linked to radical ideologies. Mamdani has indicated he still plans to attend the commemoration despite the petition. His office did not respond to requests for comment.
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Republican Senators Support Petition to Exclude NYC Mayor from 9/11 Anniversary Ceremony
Republican senators are backing a petition from families of 9/11 victims to bar NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani from the 25th anniversary ceremony at Ground Zero. The petition, which has over 82,000 signatures, cites concerns about Mamdani's comments and associations with extremist ideologies. Despite the petition, Mamdani plans to attend the event.
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Republican Senators Support Petition to Exclude NYC Mayor from 9/11 Anniversary Ceremony