The Rubin Report Zohran Mamdani Forced to Explain Why He Lied as Media Turns on Him
Oct 29, 2025
Zohran Mamdani faces backlash for fabricating a story about his 'aunt' being a 9/11 victim. Jon Stewart's dubious support for him reflects broader media hypocrisy regarding identity politics. Gavin Newsom's credibility falters as he twists his son's opinions and engages in questionable claims about Trump. The show also critiques political performative victimhood and the declining safety in cities, tying historical narratives to current events. A provocative discussion on the nature of political lying highlights the obsession with short-term gains over truth.
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Fabricated Victimhood Undermines Credibility
- Zohran Mamdani fabricated and then doubled down on a story about an 'aunt' facing post‑9/11 subway islamophobia.
- Dave Rubin argues the episode exemplifies leftist victimhood and dishonesty used for political advantage.
'Islamophobia' As A Political Label
- Dave Rubin cites Christopher Hitchens: 'Islamophobia' is a manipulative label used to silence criticism of an extreme religion.
- He connects that idea to concerns about cultural decline where liberal values erode under Islamist influence.
Guardian Angels Rose From Policing Failure
- Rubin recounts 1970s New York decline and the rise of the Guardian Angels as a citizen response to failing policing.
- He uses Curtis Sliwa's example to argue strong community action restored public safety.