Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic socialist mayor candidate, faces party divisions over his policies.

New York City Council candidate and Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani, who recently won the primary, is visiting Washington D.C. to seek support from Democrats, including a meeting with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Mamdani's win has caused a rift within the Democratic Party, with some leaders hesitant to endorse him. Meanwhile, Republicans are using the situation to their advantage. Despite facing opposition from major corporations over his proposed policies, Mamdani is favored to win the mayoral election.