Mamdani-backed socialists look to take New York playbook nationwide and more top headlines

1. Mamdani-backed socialists look to take NYC playbook nationwide 2. Seven arrested after National Mall vandalism 3. US, Iran agree to stand down, continue negotiations DISASTER ZONE — Survivors blast officials for eating arepas and posing while bodies lay buried. Continue reading … BACK IN PLAY — Alex Murdaugh returns to court as defense argues for retrial move after clerk scandal poisoned jury pool. Continue reading … DEADLY ATTACK — Trio accused of fatally stabbing Texas mother of 5 in broad