Former President Barack Obama called New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani on Saturday, praising his campaign message and offering future support.
According to a Mamdani spokesperson, the private 30-minute phone call included a discussion on staffing challenges and accomplishing campaign promises.
"Your campaign has been impressive to watch,"
Obama told Mamdani, as reported by The New York Times, citing two sources familiar with the conversation.
Obama offered to be a “sounding board” for Mamdani in the future, indicating his investment in the 34-year-old mayoral candidate's success.
Author's summary: Obama supports NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.