Zohran Mamdani, now New York City mayor, is drawing major attention for his budget and tax agenda, including a proposed 9.5% property tax increase and a corporate tax hike, which critics say could undermine affordable-housing promises and business competitiveness. He is also managing a major blizzard response, declaring a state of emergency, closing schools, restricting non-essential vehicles, and later moving toward reopening schools as the storm disrupted the region. Politically, reports say Democratic voter registration has remained largely stable since his election and he is viewed positively by a plurality of New Yorkers. Mamdani is also set to meet with Donald Trump to discuss housing, a meeting confirmed by his spokeswoman but not listed on his public schedule.