15.01.2026 11:12
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani moved into the official residence Gracie Mansion with his wife Rama Duwaji. Mamdani drew attention with the idea of installing "bidet faucets" in the bathrooms while mentioning that he would make some personal adjustments in the historic residence.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji have officially moved into the historic Gracie Mansion in Manhattan.
THE RESIDENCE WILL BECOME MORE ACCESSIBLE
The residence, which has been the official home of New York mayors since 1942, aims to become a more accessible space with a "people's house" approach during Mamdani's term.
INSTALLED A BIDET IN THE BATHROOMS
Mamdani stated that he plans to make some small changes to the residence after the move, revealing that he has installed a "bidet" in the bathrooms. He also mentioned that he wants to adopt a cat and is undergoing allergy treatment for this purpose.
WILL CONTINUE TO USE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Mamdani emphasized that moving from his rented apartment in Queens was necessary for security and work order, stating that his lifestyle will not change completely and he will continue to use public transportation.
WHAT IS A BIDET?
A bidet is a cleaning system commonly used in Islamic cultures for hygiene purposes. This system, located in the toilet, allows water to be used directly in the toilet to meet cleaning needs. The bidet is often preferred for post-toilet cleaning and is considered a hygienic solution.