Trump Threatens NYC Funding Over Leftist Frontrunner Mamdani
New York City's mayoral race has sparked a political feud between Sen. Bernie Sanders, Mayor Eric Adams, and former President Donald Trump. The latest twist involves Trump's threat to cut federal funding for the city if Zohran Mamdani, the current Democratic frontrunner, wins the election.
Trump's comments, which Sen. Bernie Sanders criticized as an attempt to extort the city, came after Mamdani won the Democratic primary. Trump referred to Mamdani as a '100% Communist Lunatic' and a 'self-proclaimed' communist, despite Mamdani identifying as a democratic socialist.
Mamdani, however, has not backed down. He responded to Trump's threat, stating that he would fight against any withheld funding and exhibit strength rather than surrender. In July, Trump had suggested that the federal government could run the city if Mamdani was elected, further escalating tensions.
The political landscape has shifted with Mayor Eric Adams ending his re-election campaign, leaving a three-way race between Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa. Trump's opposition to Mamdani stems from the candidate's left-wing, socialist platform and anti-Trump stance, contrasting with establishment Democrats and Trump-supported figures like Cuomo and Adams.
The feud between Trump and Mamdani highlights the political divisions in the city's mayoral race. With Adams out of the picture, the stage is set for a three-way battle between Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa. Mamdani's response to Trump's threats indicates a strong stance against political pressure, which could resonate with voters.
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