When does Mamdani take office as NYC mayor?

Nov 5 2025 (excerpt)

Timeline:

Mamdani will be inaugurated on January 1, 2026, succeeding Mayor Eric Adams.

Transition planning is already underway, with his team expected to outline cabinet appointments and early policy priorities in the coming weeks.

As he prepares to take office, Mamdani faces mounting expectations from supporters and skeptics alike — all watching to see whether his ambitious promises can withstand the political and fiscal realities of running New York City.

https://www.fox5ny.com/election/when-does-zohran-mamdani-take-office-start-nyc-new-york-mayor

[Does this Red Flag law that allows family members to take your guns away include ex-wives?]

Maine voters approve red flag gun law after mass shooting that killed 18

Nov 4 2025 (excerpt)

A ballot question asked residents if they wanted to build on the state’s yellow flag law, which allows police officers to initiate a process to keep someone away from firearms. Approval adds Maine to more than 20 states that have a red flag law, which empowers family members to take the same step.

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/maine-voters-approve-red-flag-gun-law-after-mass-shooting-that-killed-18