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Chaos Erupts as Mayor-Elect Mamdani Skips Press Event

11/23/2025

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On November 22, 2025, a chaotic scene unfolded at Lafayette Square as reporters waited for New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, who did not appear.
An aide cited safety concerns for Mamdani's absence.
U.S. President Donald Trump, who had just hosted Mamdani, commented on the unusual media interest in their meeting.
Trump had previously labeled Mamdani a "communist."
When Mamdani described Trump as a "fascist," Trump encouraged a simple affirmation.

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Story summary

On November 22, 2025, a chaotic scene unfolded at Lafayette Square as reporters waited for New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, who did not appear.
An aide cited safety concerns for Mamdani's absence.
U.S. President Donald Trump, who had just hosted Mamdani, commented on the unusual media interest in their meeting.
Trump had previously labeled Mamdani a "communist."
When Mamdani described Trump as a "fascist," Trump encouraged a simple affirmation.