Summary
President Donald Trump has increased criticism of Zohran Mamdani, a state lawmaker running for New York City mayor. If Mamdani wins, Trump may take actions such as increasing immigration enforcement, suing the city, withholding federal funds, increasing federal oversight, and deploying federal officers. Mamdani, who leads in the polls, has called Trump's comments an attack on democracy.
Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani won the Democratic primary to run for New York City mayor.
- President Trump labeled Mamdani a "communist" and questioned his citizenship.
- Mamdani would be New York City's first Muslim and Indian American mayor.
- Trump has threatened actions like withholding federal funds if Mamdani becomes mayor.
- The Trump administration might increase immigration enforcement in New York City.
- Trump has deployed federal troops to other Democrat-led cities, suggesting he might do the same in New York City.
- New York City has faced legal action from the Trump administration over local immigration laws.
