Trump’s surprising comment to Mamdani
Donald Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani shocked observers by having
a friendly first meeting at the White House despite months of public insults.
Trump had previously called Mamdani a “communist,”
while Mamdani had labeled Trump a “despot,” leading many to expect a tense encounter.
Instead, the Oval Office meeting was upbeat.
Trump praised the mayor, saying he would be a “really great mayor” who could do a “very good job.”
When reporters asked Mamdani if he thought Trump was a fascist, Trump joked that he “can just say yes,” showing the relaxed tone.
Trump also said they shared more common ground than expected and that his administration would be “helping” Mamdani.
The sudden shift surprised social media, with one user calling it the “most unexpected bromance of 2025.”
Analysts say cooperation may be driven by their shared goal of tackling affordability issues.
