Zohran Mamdani's Citizenship

Zohran Mamdani’s refusal to condemn the slogan “Globalize the Intifada” has reignited a fierce legal and political storm in New York. Critics claim his defense of the phrase ties him to extremist rhetoric linked to past violent uprisings, raising questions about his oath of allegiance and possible misrepresentation during naturalization. While the Department of Justice has not announced an investigation, the controversy underscores the thin line between protected political speech and expressions that could be construed as ideological support for violence. As Mamdani positions himself as the progressive face of New York politics, his words now serve as evidence in a broader debate over citizenship, loyalty, and the constitutional limits of dissent.