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Mayor-elect Mamdani Defies Trump on Immigration Policies

12/11/2025

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Zohran Mamdani, New York City Mayor-elect, says he is ready to face consequences for defying U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
In an interview with MS NOW, Mamdani discussed advising residents on evading ICE agents.
He noted DHS Secretary Kristi Noem warned against constitutional violations related to evasion.
Mamdani emphasized representing New Yorkers and maintaining sanctuary city laws.
He said the NYPD should not assist ICE.

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Zohran Mamdani, New York City Mayor-elect, says he is ready to face consequences for defying U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
In an interview with MS NOW, Mamdani discussed advising residents on evading ICE agents.
He noted DHS Secretary Kristi Noem warned against constitutional violations related to evasion.
Mamdani emphasized representing New Yorkers and maintaining sanctuary city laws.
He said the NYPD should not assist ICE.