Zohran Mamdani, a New York City council member, has come to the defense of Cea Weaver, the city’s newly appointed housing official, after years-old social media posts allegedly supporting “white supremacy” sparked widespread criticism. The posts have drawn condemnations from officials at the U.S. Department of Justice and raised questions about Weaver’s suitability for the role.
Mamdani defended Weaver, emphasizing the need to consider the context and timing of the posts, and suggested that past remarks should not automatically define a public official’s current capabilities or intentions. The controversy has intensified public debate over accountability, social media conduct, and the vetting of government appointees in sensitive positions.
