Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a Democratic congressman from New Jersey, has joined a growing chorus of critics condemning House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for endorsing Zohran Mamdani, the New York City mayoral candidate. Gottheimer, who is known for his progressive stance, labeled Mamdani as a ‘job-killing socialist’ in a recent public statement. He argued that Mamdani’s economic policies would negatively impact working-class Americans and hinder job creation, a point he emphasized in his critique.
In addition to the endorsement criticism, Gottheimer also called for national recognition of the Oct. 7 attacks on ‘Saturday in America,’ a controversial event that has sparked significant debate over its historical context and implications. He urged schools and educational institutions to include this topic in their curricula, arguing that it is crucial for students to understand the events and their significance in American history. Gottheimer’s comments reflect a broader push within the Democratic Party to address historical events and their impacts on contemporary issues.