Rightwing critics blame Mamdani as New York snow fails to melt

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Adam Gabbatt in New YorkFebruary 8, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Rightwing critics blame Mamdani as New York snow fails to melt

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Following a snowstorm in New York City, right-wing critics, led by the New York Post, are blaming the newly elected socialist mayor, Zohran Mamdani, for the slow snow melt. Despite temperatures remaining below freezing, preventing natural melting, the Post has published articles and interviews criticizing Mamdani's handling of the situation, citing blocked streets and travel disruptions. The criticism has spread on social media, with users posting images and complaints about the lingering snow. Critics have also linked the snow removal to broader concerns about public order, despite recent reports showing record low crime figures in New York City during Mamdani's first month in office.

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