Elon Musk Reacts to Bill Clinton’s Message to Indian-Origin NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani

Tesla CEO Elon Musk reacted with a ‘thinking face’ emoji to a social media post by former US President Bill Clinton congratulating Zohran Mamdani, an Indian-origin democratic socialist, on winning the Democratic primary for New York City mayor. Clinton’s post praised Mamdani’s campaign and wished him success in the upcoming November 2025 election, aiming for a fairer and more united New York.

Zohran Mamdani, aged 33, is a New York State Assembly member representing parts of Queens, including Astoria and Long Island City. Born in Uganda and raised in New York from age 7, Mamdani is a progressive voice in city politics. He holds a degree in Africana Studies from Bowdoin College and previously worked as a housing counselor. He also had a short-lived rap career under the name “Young Cardamom.”

Elon Musk’s cryptic reaction appears to comment on the contrast between Clinton’s establishment support and Mamdani’s grassroots campaign. Musk, who has distanced himself from political roles after leaving the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), may be questioning the Democratic Party's evolving ideology.

Mamdani’s advocacy for housing reform in a district where 25% of residents spend half their income on rent has resonated with working-class voters. His growing popularity and Clinton’s endorsement reflect both rising progressive momentum and broader shifts within the Democratic landscape, drawing attention from high-profile figures like Musk.