Zohran Mamdani's historic New York City's mayoral race victory has sparked excitement and hope among many American Muslims. He will become the city's first Muslim mayor after campaigning on an affordability platform. Many U.S. Muslims are also relieved that anti-Muslim language targeting Mamdani during the campaign did not deter New York City voters from choosing him. Some see a particularly symbolic sign of hope in his victory in a city that's grappled with the legacy of the 9/11 attacks and their aftermath, which included many Muslims facing hate, mistrust or scrutiny.