Zohran Mamdani, a socialist-leaning candidate for New York City mayor, has received a $250,000 donation from Elizabeth Simons, daughter of the late billionaire hedge fund founder James Simons. This contribution is the largest single donation to Mamdani's super PAC, New Yorkers for Lower Costs, which has raised nearly $1.8 million from approximately 300 donors. Mamdani's campaign promotes policies such as rent freezes and city-run stores, appealing to voters seeking socialist-style benefits. Meanwhile, Texas Democrat James Talarico, known for criticizing GOP billionaire influence in politics, has accepted $59,000 from Miriam Adelson, a prominent Trump-supporting megadonor and influential figure in efforts to legalize gaming in Texas. Adelson's financial support for Talarico is notable given her Republican ties and represents an unusual cross-party donation.