Whoopi Goldberg is taking a very different position on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani in a podcast interview, claiming she now regrets supporting him and wishes she could take back her decision.
Goldberg, who had previously backed Mamdani during the mayoral campaign, said the reality of his policies has left her questioning whether supporting him was the right choice.
“Not a single day goes by without me regretting my decision to support Zohran Mamdani,” Goldberg said.
The actress said one of her biggest concerns is the potential impact of higher taxes on people who have spent years working, saving and investing their money.
“I don’t like being heavily taxed when I’ve invested in something with my hard-earned money,” she said. “Mr. Mayor is coming after my money.”
Goldberg said she initially viewed Mamdani’s approach differently and believed some of his ideas could potentially benefit New Yorkers. According to her account, however, that optimism has faded as she has considered the potential consequences of his economic policies.
“On top of the heavy taxes, there’s also the issue of communism,” Goldberg added. “At first, we thought that maybe a little communism would be good for the city and for us, but over time, we realized how much of a problem it is.”
Her comments represent a dramatic reversal for someone who once supported Mamdani, turning what began as political enthusiasm into what she described as deep regret.
Goldberg also said that taxation has become particularly personal for her because of the money she has earned throughout her career. She argued that people who have worked for decades should be able to keep a substantial portion of what they have earned and invested.
“I worked for my money,” Goldberg said. “I invested it. I paid taxes already. I don’t want to wake up every morning wondering what new tax is coming next.”
The comments quickly became the centerpiece of the podcast discussion, with Goldberg describing her support for Mamdani as a decision she would not repeat.
“I’ll never vote for that guy again in my life,” she said. “I don’t want unnecessary taxes in my life.”
Goldberg also acknowledged that political decisions can look very different after a candidate takes office. During an election campaign, voters often focus on broad promises and political messages. Once policies begin affecting taxes, businesses and household finances, however, those same voters may evaluate the situation differently.
For Goldberg, the experience has apparently changed her perspective completely.
The actress said she still cares deeply about New York City but believes there should be limits to how much government can demand from people who have worked hard to build their financial security.
“I love New York,” Goldberg said. “But loving New York doesn’t mean I want to hand over everything I have to the government.”
Her remarks are likely to fuel another round of debate over Mamdani’s economic agenda and the broader argument over taxation in New York City.
For Goldberg, however, the message was straightforward.
She supported Mamdani once.
Now, she says she regrets it.