US President Donald Trump has claimed he would be "very comfortable" living in New York City after a meeting with newly elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani at the White House. The remarks come as Mamdani is set to take office, marking a new era for the city.
Trump's assessment of his comfort level in NYC appears to have been influenced by his conversation with Mamdani, according to sources familiar with the meeting. While details about their discussion remain scarce, Trump's comments suggest that he views Mamdani as someone who shares his vision for the city's future.
As a key figure in shaping New York City's policies, Mamdani has pledged to tackle issues such as affordable housing and infrastructure development. Trump's assertion that he would be "comfortable" living in NYC indicates an expectation that these goals align with his own priorities.
The White House meeting between Trump and Mamdani took place on Friday at the White House. The President's remarks have been seen as a vote of confidence in the newly elected Mayor, who will assume office soon after their conversation.
Trump's assessment of his comfort level in NYC appears to have been influenced by his conversation with Mamdani, according to sources familiar with the meeting. While details about their discussion remain scarce, Trump's comments suggest that he views Mamdani as someone who shares his vision for the city's future.
As a key figure in shaping New York City's policies, Mamdani has pledged to tackle issues such as affordable housing and infrastructure development. Trump's assertion that he would be "comfortable" living in NYC indicates an expectation that these goals align with his own priorities.
The White House meeting between Trump and Mamdani took place on Friday at the White House. The President's remarks have been seen as a vote of confidence in the newly elected Mayor, who will assume office soon after their conversation.