Trump Praises New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Saying He Will Surprise Conservative

President Trump’s meeting with newly elected mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani was unexpected. The meeting took place behind closed doors, but both leaders delivered remarks from the Oval Office after the discussion. By all appearances, the interaction went smoothly. President Trump expressed confidence in Mamdani’s ability to perform well as mayor. He noted that Mamdani will “surprise some conservative people” with his policies.
President Trump said during discussions, “I feel very confident he can do a good job. I think he’s gonna surprise some conservative people, actually!” He added that “We’re gonna see what works. He’s gonna change. We all change. I’ve changed a lot.” Mamdani stood there like an obedient boy, nodding along and agreeing with everything that President Trump had to say. This is the same guy who was calling President Trump a fascist, authoritarian despot just weeks ago! The article mentions “a fly on the wall” and the reality check during their talk.