New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani seems to have tempered concerns over the deployment of National Guard troops in the city after a meeting with President Donald Trump on Friday. In an interview on "Meet the Press" on Sunday, Mamdani stated that he had made a strong case to Trump about the effectiveness of the NYPD in maintaining public safety and controlling crime.
Mamdani acknowledged that while there were fears of Trump sending the National Guard into the city due to its rising crime rates, the president mentioned that other places need it more at present. However, Mamdani emphasized that if New Yorkers required the troops' assistance, he would consider using them.
During their Oval Office meeting on Friday, a seemingly cordial atmosphere prevailed between the two leaders. Trump praised Mamdani and his pick for police commissioner, Jessica Tisch. Despite this, Mamdani stuck to his stance that Trump is a fascist and reiterated past criticisms about his presidential policies being an attack on democracy.
Mamdani emphasized the importance of working with the president on core issues such as affordability and public safety. The two leaders seemed to have found common ground, discussing Franklin D. Roosevelt's leadership during the Great Depression and La Guardia's New Deal era successes.
The visit from Trump marked Mamdani's second trip to the White House. This occasion followed his 2011 attendance with filmmaker Mira Nair when Barack Obama was president. A visibly stoic appearance by Mamdani contrasted with a beaming smile typically displayed during public appearances, suggesting he maintained a steadfast stance despite Trump's flattery.
Mamdani also announced that the Democratic Socialists of America had rejected endorsing Chi Ossé, who was set to run against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for the seat. This decision likely supports Mamdani's campaign by maintaining unity among party members.
As New York prepares for its new administration on January 1, concerns surrounding Trump and his intentions remain present.
Mamdani acknowledged that while there were fears of Trump sending the National Guard into the city due to its rising crime rates, the president mentioned that other places need it more at present. However, Mamdani emphasized that if New Yorkers required the troops' assistance, he would consider using them.
During their Oval Office meeting on Friday, a seemingly cordial atmosphere prevailed between the two leaders. Trump praised Mamdani and his pick for police commissioner, Jessica Tisch. Despite this, Mamdani stuck to his stance that Trump is a fascist and reiterated past criticisms about his presidential policies being an attack on democracy.
Mamdani emphasized the importance of working with the president on core issues such as affordability and public safety. The two leaders seemed to have found common ground, discussing Franklin D. Roosevelt's leadership during the Great Depression and La Guardia's New Deal era successes.
The visit from Trump marked Mamdani's second trip to the White House. This occasion followed his 2011 attendance with filmmaker Mira Nair when Barack Obama was president. A visibly stoic appearance by Mamdani contrasted with a beaming smile typically displayed during public appearances, suggesting he maintained a steadfast stance despite Trump's flattery.
Mamdani also announced that the Democratic Socialists of America had rejected endorsing Chi Ossé, who was set to run against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for the seat. This decision likely supports Mamdani's campaign by maintaining unity among party members.
As New York prepares for its new administration on January 1, concerns surrounding Trump and his intentions remain present.
so mamdani thinks he made a strong case to trump about nyc being safe but honestly who is it gonna be - the police or the national guard? 
i mean if other places need it more than nyc why are they sending him there in the first place? 
and btw what's with the fascist comment? is he trying to impress the progressive crowd? 
Mamdani needs to calm down and focus on the real issues like affordability and public safety. 
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! He wasn't having none of the flattery from Trump and still managed to find common ground with him on affordability & public safety 
it takes a big person to say what needs to be said, even if it means ruffling some feathers. Mamdani's still got the hearts of NYC's progressive voters 
... like, he got to meet trump and stuff... but let's be real fam... the democratic socialists rejected endorsing chi osse... that's not a "common ground" moment that much... more like they're trying to protect their own interests lol... and what's up with mamdani being all stoic about it? seems like he's hiding something 
He's saying one thing to Trump's face and another when it comes to the press or the public. And those comments about Trump being a fascist? Still don't sit right with me... 
I mean, who wouldn't want that kind of White House access? 
It's all so confusing... 
so yeah I think this whole thing is kinda interesting... Mamdani seems like he's trying to walk a fine line here - not wanting to ruffle any feathers with Trump but also staying true to himself at the same time 
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. I mean, Mamdani just said it like it is but then Trump flatters him and all of a sudden it's like they're best buds 
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. And hey, at least Chi Ossé got rejected by the DSA 
, that's one less headache for Mamdani 
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. I mean, come on, a fascist comment? That's just gonna rub people the wrong way 
. Newsflash: it's not gonna work that way. We need someone who's gonna stand up for what's right, not just pander to his ego