‘Just say yes’: Trump cuts in as NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani dodges on calling him a ‘fascist’ at Oval Office

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed his previous criticisms of President Donald Trump, labeling him a despot and fascist, despite a recent cordial meeting at the White House where they discussed collaborative efforts for the city.

Former President Donald Trump granted Saudi Arabia major non-NATO ally status as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pledged nearly $1 trillion in U.S. investments, establishing new defense partnerships. This move has reignited discussions about the U.S.-Saudi relationship, particularly in light of past controversies surrounding the crown prince.

The Trump administration's proposal to open new offshore drilling sites in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico has sparked significant backlash from Florida Republicans, who are voicing strong opposition to the plan. Local political leaders are particularly concerned about the environmental implications of increased drilling in the region.

Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) reported an increase in security measures following accusations from former President Donald Trump, who claimed that she and other Democratic lawmakers engaged in 'seditious behavior' for encouraging military personnel to defy unlawful orders. This escalation in threats against her and her colleagues underscores the volatile political climate surrounding military conduct and accountability.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump at the White House, where he reiterated his belief that Trump is a 'fascist' despite describing the meeting as cordial. The discussion focused on affordability and public safety for New Yorkers, highlighting the need for collaboration amid political tensions.

Trump's trade representative stated that the $2,000 tariff revenue payments to American families will not contribute to inflation, addressing concerns surrounding these one-time checks. This assertion comes as revenues from tariffs continue to rise.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed his previous criticisms of President Donald Trump, labeling him a 'fascist' during an interview on NBC News, despite describing their recent White House meeting as 'productive.' The meeting focused on issues of affordability and public safety in New York City.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reiterated his belief that President Donald Trump poses a threat to democracy following their meeting in the Oval Office, where they discussed various city issues. Despite previous tensions, Mamdani expressed a willingness to collaborate with Trump on agendas beneficial to New Yorkers.