Mamdani under scrutiny for boycotting NYC’s Israel Day Parade: ‘I’ve made my views clear’
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has decided to boycott the upcoming Israel Day Parade, citing his disagreement with the Israeli government's policies. His decision has sparked criticism from Jewish leaders who argue that the parade is a celebration of Jewish identity rather than a political event. Mamdani, who has a history of expressing anti-Israel views, emphasized his commitment to the safety of all New Yorkers during a security briefing for the event.
- ▪Mamdani will not attend the Israel Day Parade due to his disagreement with the Israeli government.
- ▪Jewish leaders have criticized his decision, stating the parade is a celebration of Jewish identity.
- ▪Mamdani has previously expressed anti-Israel sentiments and stated he does not believe Israel should be a Jewish state.
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Metro Mamdani under scrutiny for boycotting NYC’s Israel Day Parade: ‘I’ve made my views clear’ By Amanda Woods, Carl Campanile and David Propper Published May 28, 2026, 6:41 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Mayor Zohran Mamdani will notably be skipping the Israel Day Parade — saying Thursday its because he disagrees with the Jewish state’s government. The mayor’s comments drew consternation from Jewish leaders, who slammed Mamdani for turning the annual celebration political, as he held firm to his longtime decision not to attend the parade set for Sunday.
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