https://x.com/nypost/status/2070909464400515308
Mamdani even kept his black socks on as he made his half-hearted cannonball.
“It was so fun. I didn’t think he would do it! And then he shook my hand. That felt amazing,” said Mila Mader, 12.
All swimmers are required to wear bathing suits in Big Apple public pools, and males need to have mesh lining in their trunks — unless they prefer Speedos, which are also allowed.
The rules are to maintain healthy chemical levels in the pools, according to the Parks Department.
Guys, I think jumping in the pool with your clothes on is the tradition.
Edit: it seems like they do some speech then immediately jump in. So he just didn’t have time to change, and him jumping in was a surprise.
NY Post is apparently concerned that his suit may have caused a chemical imbalance in the water though.