New York, Oct. 1 -- Zohran Mamdani, who won the New York City Democratic mayoral primary in June, is facing continued skepticism from within his own party even as he attempts to broaden his appeal to moderates and business leaders, The Hill reported.

While Mamdani remains the favourite in the race against former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is running as an independent, and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa, his "democratic socialist" label, positions on Israel and limited political experience have raised concerns, particularly among Democratic lawmakers from New York. According to The Hill, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries have yet to endorse his candidacy.

"I think a lot of people w...