New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has condemned the pro-Hamas protest that took place in Queens, stating that the chants and displays witnessed in Kew Gardens Hills are unacceptable in the city. In a statement, Mamdani emphasized that such rhetoric does not belong in New York and affirmed his administration's commitment to maintaining public safety. He noted that his team is working closely with local law enforcement to address the events surrounding the protest and counterprotest. Mamdani also reiterated the importance of protecting both the safety of residents near houses of worship and the constitutional right to protest.