Many, including some Jewish leaders and Democrats, criticized Mamdani for his dual statement, accusing him of being anti-Israel or a 'traitor' to the Palestinian cause.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators protested at the vigil, some booing Mamdani and calling him a 'sellout' for not taking a stronger stance against Israel, while others held vigils for Palestinians.

Some emphasized that the October 7th anniversary should solely be about honoring and remembering the victims of the Hamas attack, without other political statements.

Mamdani is criticized by some for his statement, with protesters calling him a 'traitor' and accusing him of selling out his people, while others denounce the disruption of the vigil.

Protesters at the vigil and other events called for action against Israeli settlement expansion and advocated for Palestinian rights, condemning Israeli real estate events in New York.