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Hamtramck finally has a new mayor after yearlong election battle

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Nearly a year after a disputed election, Hamtramck has a new mayor. Muhith Mahmood's victory has been certified, but the legal battle may not be over.

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Fox2 Detroit
Hamtramck mayoral recount: Mahmood ruled eligible to hold office after election chaos (opens Fox2 Detroit)
Published Nov 4, 2026
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The City of Hamtramck is inching closer to getting a new mayor as the Wayne County Board of Canvassers are expected to certify the results on Wednesday. This comes after a county judge ruled that Muhith Mahmood, who challenged the results of the 2025 mayoral election, is eligible to hold office foll…
MLive
Hamtramck finally has a new mayor after yearlong election battle (opens MLive)
Published Nov 5, 2026
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Nearly a year after a disputed election, Hamtramck has a new mayor. Muhith Mahmood's victory has been certified, but the legal battle may not be over.