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Actor Michael Rapaport says he’s running for NYC mayor in 2029

Actor and podcast host Michael Rapaport plans a 2029 NYC mayoral bid opposing Zohran Mamdani's policies on safety, affordability, and Israel, with a campaign rejecting free services.

  • Michael Rapaport announced his intention to run for mayor of New York City in 2029 to replace the newly elected Zohran Mamdani.
  • Rapaport criticized Mamdani, calling him a 'shit stain' and 'Zohran the Ziophobe', stating that he will 'supersede our wildest fears and expectations'.
  • Rapaport vowed to 'own his mistakes, apologize when he screws up, and fight to make this city safe, affordable, and thriving' if elected mayor.
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Staten Island AdvanceStaten Island Advance
Center

‘Deep Blue Sea’ actor announces 2029 mayoral bid against Mamdani

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — An actor is vying for newly minted Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s seat just days after he was sworn in.

·Richmond County, United States
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The Independent (US)The Independent (US)
Lean Left

Friends actor announces candidacy for NYC mayor after railing against Zohran Mamdani

Michael Rapaport has furiously criticized Mamdani’s support for Palestine

·United States
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WNYWWNYW
Center

'You will be getting nothing for free': Rapaport announces future NYC mayoral campaign

Comedian and podcaster Michael Rapaport announced he is planning on running for New York City's mayoral office in the next election.

·San Francisco, United States
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Alabama LiveAlabama Live
Center

‘Friends’ actor plans run against New York City’s newly elected mayor

“You gotta prepare now,” he said of the 2029 election. “I’m taking it as far as I can take it.”

·Alabama, United States
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The Hollywood ReporterThe Hollywood Reporter
Lean Left

Michael Rapaport, Zohran Mamdani’s Loudest Critic, Announces NYC Mayoral Bid

The actor and podcaster's distaste for the new leader of the nation's largest city, mostly over his stance on Israel, led to the decision.

·Los Angeles, United States
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PatchPatch
Center

Actor Michael Rapaport Says He'll Run For Mayor In 2029, Wants To Oust Mamdani

The actor made the comments in a video posted to Instagram.

·United States
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WIN broke the news in Israel on Sunday, January 4, 2026.
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