Trump and Mamdani Find Common Ground: "We Want New York City To Do Very Well"

Nov 23, 2025 02:51 am CST

US President Donald Trump hosted New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in an unexpectedly warm Oval Office meeting, where they set aside political differences to focus on shared goals for improving New York City. Despite previous tensions, Trump emphasized their common priorities in housing, affordability, and safety, stating "the better he does, the happier I am," as Mamdani prepares to take office on January 1.