Hundreds of New Yorkers filled the streets of the Upper West Side on Sunday demanding the removal of Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Crowds chanted “Remove Mamdani” while waving American and Israeli flags and holding signs against antisemitism.
The demonstration took place near 84th Street in one of Manhattan’s most established residential neighborhoods. Protesters linked the rally directly to recent stabbings they describe as hate crimes, including an attack on a Jewish man.
Why Upper West Side Residents Are Calling to Remove Mamdani
Local residents say Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s rhetoric on Israel has raised tensions across New York City. Many pointed to his earlier campaign pledge to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu under an International Criminal Court warrant. Mamdani later acknowledged he lacked the legal authority to do so.
Jewish community leaders have warned that such statements, combined with the mayor’s broader criticism of Israel, have left many feeling less safe. Sunday’s protest reflected that frustration in real time.
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Videos from the scene show American flags flying next to Israeli ones. Signs read “Jew-hatred is un-American,” “End Jew Hatred,” “New York Strong, Hate is Wrong,” and “I Am Not a Jew with Trembling Knees.” Speakers addressed the crowd as residents of all ages joined the chants.
Recent Hate Crime Stabbings Spark Outrage in NYC
The rally followed reports of stabbings on the Upper West Side in which an assailant allegedly shouted “Allahu Akbar.” One victim was Jewish. Community members view the attacks as the latest examples of rising antisemitic incidents that city leadership has not confronted strongly enough.
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Protesters argued that public safety and protection against antisemitism must become top priorities under any New York mayor. They made clear they hold Mamdani responsible for the current climate.
Growing Pushback Against Progressive Leadership in New York
The Upper West Side has long been home to a significant Jewish population and politically engaged residents. Sunday’s large turnout marked one of the strongest public rebukes yet of Mamdani’s record on antisemitism and crime.
A smaller group nearby expressed support for the mayor. Overall, the dominant message from the streets was unmistakable: many New Yorkers want change at City Hall.
Organizers encouraged continued pressure on both city and state officials. Videos of the “Remove Mamdani” chants spread quickly online, amplifying the call for accountability on public safety and antisemitism in New York City.
