Mamdani says he will ‘stand up for New Yorkers’ in Trump meeting

Al JazeeraThursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:12:01 PM
  • New York mayor
  • This meeting is significant as it marks a potential shift in the relationship between Mamdani and Trump, who previously had a contentious exchange during Mamdani's campaign, including threats to withhold federal funding.
  • The upcoming discussion highlights broader themes of political negotiation and the challenges of governance in a polarized environment, especially regarding federal support for urban issues.
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