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Uncommon Knowledge: Mamdani and MTG, Two Sides of the Same Coin

Uncommon Knowledge: Mamdani and MTG, Two Sides of the Same Coin

Summary

President Donald Trump and New York's mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, agreed on the need to reduce living costs in a meeting. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her decision to leave Congress, citing disagreements on policy, particularly regarding affordability issues. Both Mamdani and Greene are focused on reducing costs despite their differing political views.

Key Facts

  • President Trump and Zohran Mamdani discussed reducing utility costs with Con Edison.
  • Marjorie Taylor Greene announced she will leave Congress in January 2026.
  • Greene cited high grocery and energy prices as major concerns.
  • Mamdani wants to tackle the cost-of-living crisis with measures like rent freezes and free public transport.
  • Despite political differences, both Mamdani and Greene agree that affordability is a key issue.
  • Enhanced ACA tax credits are set to expire, potentially doubling health insurance premiums.
  • Trump expressed satisfaction with Mamdani's potential success in making living affordable.

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