- Donald Trump has publicly expressed his support for Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral race, endorsing him over other candidates.
- Trump criticized Zohran Mamdani, referring to him as “Communist Mamdani,” and warned of potential negative economic impacts if Mamdani were to win the mayoral seat.
- He emphasized that New York City could face an “economic disaster” under Mamdani’s leadership, indicating concerns about his policies and governance style.
- Trump suggested that there could be federal funding cuts for New York City if Mamdani became mayor, implying a potential financial consequence directly linked to the election outcome.
- The former president’s comments are part of a broader narrative involving his political influence and opinions on local governance and fiscal policies.
- By aligning with Cuomo, Trump signaled a preference for what he perceives as more stable and effective leadership for the economic health of New York City.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-threatens-cut-federal-funding-communist-mamdani-wins-nyc-mayor-race-against-cuomo)
