Top News | After Threats Throughout Campaign, Trump Lauds Mamdani
Friday, November 21, 2025 ■ Today's Top News After Threats Throughout NYC Campaign, Trump Lauds Mamdani at White House "I feel very confident that he can do a very good job," Trump said of Mamdani after their White House meeting. "I think he is going to surprise some conservative people, actually.” By Brett Wilkins While Gothamist ‘s characterization of Friday’s White House meeting between President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani as “a surprising bromance” was likely an overstretch, the far-right US leader did offer copious praise for the democratic socialist during their amiable encounter. Asked by a reporter if he would feel comfortable living in New York City under Mamdani, Trump—with Mamdani standing beside him in the Oval Office—replied: “Yeah, I would. I really would. Especially after the meeting.” RECOMMENDED... ‘Hope Is Alive!’ Mamdani Victory in NYC Seen as Historic Turning Point ...