Mamdani sparks social media frenzy with viral clip discussing what happens if he runs out of money

Socialist NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is facing heat online over a video where he says his parents will financially support him if he needs it.

New York City mayoral candidate and Democratic State Representative Zohran Mamdani campaigns in New York City on April 16, 2025. (ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)

"‘The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people's money,’ -Margaret Thatcher," Fox News contributor Katie Pavlich posted on X. 

"Classic Socialism: Once I blow through my money, I’ll take yours," former CIA officer Bryan Dean Wright posted on X. 

"Him and every other American socialist in 2025," digital strategist Greg Price posted on X. 

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From left to right, Mira Nair, New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, Rama Duwaji and Mahmood Mamdani celebrate on stage during an election night gathering at The Greats of Craft LIC on June 24, 2025. (Getty)

Mamdani, who has faced criticism from his mayoral opponent, Mayor Eric Adams, for his "silver spoon" upbringing, rocketed onto the political scene last month when he was victorious in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary.

Part of Mamdani’s success has been with working-class voters as he campaigns on various issues affecting working voters, including housing affordability and taxpayer-subsidized programs. 

Mamdani will square off against former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Adams in the general election in November.

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