Zohran Mamdani on 100 days as New York mayor

In an Al Jazeera interview published on April 9, 2026, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani discussed his first 100 days in office. Mamdani addressed key issues facing the city, including childcare accessibility and the rising cost of housing. He outlined his strategies for tackling these problems, such as taxing wealthy individuals. The mayor also spoke about his relationship with the US president and his opposition to potential military action against Iran. Furthermore, Mamdani highlighted the increasing prevalence of anti-Muslim bigotry and shared his perspective on how the Democratic Party can better connect with working-class voters.

A recent Marist poll assessing Zohran Mamdani's performance as New York City mayor as he approaches 100 days in office reveals that 48% of city residents approve of his work. The poll, conducted between March 26th and 31st, 2026, surveyed 1,454 residents and found that a majority view him favorably, believe he is working hard, understands the city's challenges, and is fulfilling campaign promises. While his approval rating trails that of his predecessor Eric Adams at the same point in his term, it is similar to Bill de Blasio's and he outperforms both in terms of effecting positive change. The poll also indicates that 56% of residents believe the city is moving in the right direction, a significant increase from October 2025.