Democratic state Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie officially backed Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral bid Wednesday morning, marking a major show of support from one of the most powerful figures in New York politics.

Heastie made the announcement with Mamdani by his side at press conference in the Bronx.

“I’m here today to say I’m proudly endorsing Zohran to be our next mayor of the city of New York,” Heastie said. “Zohran’s message has really translated into people’s consciousness that we actually have to have a place that people can afford to live.”

Heastie’s nod adds to Mamdani’s growing list of high-profile endorsements. On Sunday, Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed him, citing their “shared commitment” to making the city more affordable.

State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins also pr

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