Randy Fine

Synopsis

Congressman Randy Fine ignited a new controversy by posting a video of Muslims praying, labeling them "Mainstream Muslims" and "Jihadi Mamdani." This sparked online outrage and comparisons to India's deportation policies. The remarks echo past controversial statements by Fine. Meanwhile, Zohran Mamdani faces protests regarding antisemitism and hate incidents in New York City.

Florida Congressman Randy Fine triggered yet another controversy after he shared a video on his official X, formerly known as Twitter account, showing a large crowd of Muslims offering prayers ahead of Eid-Ul Adha, also known as Bakrid. He captioned the post, "New York City has been conquered by Mainstream Muslims under Jihadi Mamdani. America is next if we don’t wake up."

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The video was re-posted by Tommy Robinson, a British far-right anti-Islam activist. Even before he took office, Zohran Mamdani was called “downright sinister”, "Jihadi" and “incompatible with America” and even many Republicans called for his deportation.

Zohran Mamdani celebrates Eid-Ul Adha

Mayor Zohran Mamdani donned a garish, eye-popping Arsenal FC kurta during a Wednesday event celebrating Eid al-Adha. The city’s first Muslim mayor and diehard fan of the English soccer team opted for a long blue-and-black jersey with red stripes on its sleeves and the slogan “Emirates Fly Better” from the soccer team’s sponsor.

“Today as we honor Prophet Ibrahim, Eid al-Adha reminds us that sacrifice is not a burden,” he posted on X. “It is an opportunity to see ourselves as part of something larger. To extend a hand to those who need it most.

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“I am honored to be New York City’s first Muslim Mayor and I am determined to lead through solidarity. Together, we are working to ensure every New Yorker can afford the groceries, housing, and child care they need.” “Our solidarity is our strength,” he concluded.

Randy Fire's video reactions

The video sparked various reactions online with one user writing in the comment section, "Look here how India is throwing out illegals without use of any force. When the intentions are clear, the deportation happens themselves."

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"It would be very easy to round them all up and deport them. But that would take courage, something @potus only shows for Jews," said another user. "Why the hell these people can't pray in a mosque insteda of an open field? This is nothing but to show the nation that they are in charge of NY now," said another. "I hope Jihadi Mamdani forces a bidet in every home in NYC. The subway smells like ebola," said another.

Dogs or Muslims? Not a difficult choice

This February, Randy Fine courted a national firestorm after posting that choosing between “dogs and Muslims is not difficult.” The remark came in response to activist Nerdeen Kiswani’s controversial comments about dogs as indoor pets in New York City.

While Kiswani later claimed her post was a joke, critics say Fine’s response crossed a dangerous line. The controversy intensified debate over Islamophobia, free speech, and political accountability in America’s increasingly polarised online landscape.

Mamdani facing backlash

Mamdani is facing growing political pressure after hundreds of pro-Israel protesters gathered outside Gracie Mansion in Manhattan, accusing him of not doing enough to address antisemitism, extremism and increasing hate incidents in New York City.

Protesters carried American and Israeli flags, called for Mamdani’s resignation and criticised his views on Israel, Gaza and pro-Palestinian activism in the US.

The demonstration, supported by pro-Israel advocacy groups and attended by Muslim, Jewish and Christian organisations, came even as some hardline pro-Palestinian activists criticised Mamdani for not fully backing their cause. The controversy has now made the NYC mayor a central figure in America’s widening debate over the Israel-Hamas conflict, free speech, identity politics and political division.

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