Zohran Mamdani's wife Rama Duwaji apologizes for the 'harmful' social media posts she made as a teen - AP News

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April 16, 2026
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Zohran Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, apologized for "harmful" social media posts made during her teenage years.

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Zohran Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, issued an apology for "harmful" social media posts she made during her teenage years. The apology addresses content from her past that has resurfaced, drawing public attention. This development is significant given Mamdani's public profile as a politician. Duwaji's statement acknowledges the impact of her past remarks and seeks to address concerns raised by the posts.

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