New York mayor-elect Mamdani to be sworn in at abandoned subway station
Zohran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, will take his oath of office at the historic but decommissioned Old City Hall subway station just before midnight on January 1. The private ceremony will be administered by New York Attorney General Letitia James alongside Mamdani's family.
Symbolic choice of location
The Old City Hall station, part of New York's original subway system built in 1904 and closed in 1945, was chosen for its symbolic value. In a statement Monday, Mamdani described it as representing a "New York built by and for working people," framing his swearing-in as the start of a new chapter for the city.
Private ceremony followed by public inauguration
Following the private midnight ceremony, Mamdani will host a public swearing-in event titled the "Inauguration of a New Era," open to all city residents. During this public ceremony, US Senator Bernie Sanders—a noted political influence on Mamdani—will administer the oath of office.
Transition of leadership in a global metropolis
The unconventional inauguration location underscores a thematic focus on public infrastructure and historical legacy as Mamdani prepares to lead one of the world's largest and most complex cities. The transition marks a significant political moment for New York, a global hub with diverse international ties, including with major cities like Istanbul in Türkiye.
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