Democrats congratulated Zohran Mamdani on his decisive win in New York City's mayoral race, while Republicans issued warnings.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries dismissed Republican claims that Mamdani's victory solidifies the Democrats' transformation to a big-government, socialist party.
Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and New York State GOP Chair Ed Cox, declared that Mamdani's victory will have negative consequences for Democrats in congressional and other elections next year.
Author's summary: Mamdani's win sparks partisan reactions.