President Donald Trump praised New York City’s incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, calling him someone who will “make New York greater than ever before.” The comment marked a sharp turnaround from the intense political battle between the two men during the mayoral campaign.
At a meeting at the White House, Trump praised Mamdani’s victory and pledged cooperation on key issues like housing affordability and public-safety reforms. Mamdani described the session as “constructive” and said he looked forward to working at the federal level for New York’s future.
Analysts said the meeting signalled a practical shift in tone, with both leaders emphasising collaboration over confrontation.