Mayor Mamdani Supports Controversial DSA Candidate Amid Backlash
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has expressed his continued support for Darializa Avila Chevalier, a Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidate for the U.S. House, despite the emergence of controversial social media posts. These posts, which surfaced after Mamdani's endorsement, include attacks on prominent political figures such as President Biden and Hillary Clinton, as well as inflammatory remarks about the United States. Mamdani, speaking at an event in Queens, emphasized his excitement about Avila Chevalier's campaign, highlighting her potential as a champion for working people. The endorsement has sparked a divide within the Democratic Party, with figures like Governor Kathy Hochul and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie backing incumbent Rep. Adriano Espaillat instead.