Summary
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump to discuss building 12,000 housing units in the city. They have developed an unlikely relationship despite different political views. During the meeting, Mamdani also asked for the release of a detained student, which Trump agreed to.
Key Facts
- Mayor Zohran Mamdani met President Trump to discuss housing and other issues.
- Mamdani proposed building around 12,000 new housing units in New York City.
- President Trump reportedly showed enthusiasm for the housing proposal.
- Mamdani's team prepared a mock newspaper featuring Trump to engage him.
- Trump agreed to release a Columbia University student detained by ICE after Mamdani's request.
- Mamdani and Trump have communicated through text and developed a working relationship.
- Mamdani's proposal would be a significant federal investment in housing if approved.
