Not Supporting..

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has not officially endorsed Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor. 

Despite meeting with Mamdani in early September 2025, Schumer has publicly stated only that they had a "good meeting" and would "keep talking". 

This decision has prompted criticism from progressive Democrats, including Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who called on the party to rally behind its nominee. 

 Mamdani is a democratic socialist whose platform includes tax increases on the wealthy, free public transportation, and a rent freeze. This agenda is seen as a potential liability by moderate Democrats concerned about appearing too far left, particularly in competitive elections outside of New York.

• Mamdani has been a vocal critic of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, describing it as a "genocide". This contrasts with Schumer and other establishment Democrats who are staunch supporters of Israel.
• Mamdani's campaign pledges to tax the wealthy have reportedly alarmed deep-pocketed donors, potentially influencing establishment Democrats like Schumer.