India, Nov. 5 -- Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York City, has wasted no time in setting the stage for his administration, which promises a stark departure from the city's traditional political landscape. In his victory speech, delivered to a crowd of jubilant supporters, Mamdani made a powerful pledge to end the culture of corruption that has long dominated local politics. (Live updates)

Mamdani, who made history as the first Indian-American to be elected mayor of New York City, vowed to fight for a city that works for all its residents, not just the wealthy elite.

One of the key points of his speech was a direct challenge to the influence of billionaires, including President Donald Trump, who Mamdani accused of exploit...