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Trump Backs NYC's Socialist Mayor-Elect Mamdani Amid Optimism

11/23/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump praised New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani during a White House meeting.
Mamdani, a democratic socialist, won the election by securing votes from every New York City borough except Staten Island.
Residents express cautious optimism that the relationship could influence infrastructure funding and immigration enforcement.
Despite skepticism, New Yorkers say they will judge Mamdani on proposals and actions after he takes office on January 1.

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U.S. President Donald Trump praised New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani during a White House meeting.
Mamdani, a democratic socialist, won the election by securing votes from every New York City borough except Staten Island.
Residents express cautious optimism that the relationship could influence infrastructure funding and immigration enforcement.
Despite skepticism, New Yorkers say they will judge Mamdani on proposals and actions after he takes office on January 1.