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Trump's Surprising Meeting with Mayor Sparks GOP Confusion

11/24/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump met with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on November 22, 2025, sparking mixed reactions within the MAGA movement.
Trump praised Mamdani, whom Republicans had previously labeled a 'bogeyman,' causing confusion among his allies.
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) distanced herself from the meeting.
The implications for the GOP's 2026 strategy remain uncertain.

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U.S. President Donald Trump met with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on November 22, 2025, sparking mixed reactions within the MAGA movement.
Trump praised Mamdani, whom Republicans had previously labeled a 'bogeyman,' causing confusion among his allies.
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) distanced herself from the meeting.
The implications for the GOP's 2026 strategy remain uncertain.