GOP Senators Rally Against NYC Mayor Mamdani Over 9/11 Anniversary Ceremony Appearance

Republican senators are rallying behind a petition from families of 9/11 victims to block New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani from attending the 25th anniversary remembrance ceremony of the attacks, calling him 'a disgrace' for his views on Israel and the Middle East. The senators say Mamdani's comments are inconsistent with the values of patriotism and respect for the victims that the event aims to honor. A total of over 10,000 signatures have been collected on a petition demanding his exclusion from the ceremony.