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Zohran Mamdani, the left-wing mayor of New York, had previously publicly called Donald Trump a fascist. He is now holding talks with him about housing policy, which is met with outrage from parts of his political base.
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Left-wing hopeful Mamdani called Trump a fascist. Now he's talking to him about housing
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani surprises with his pragmatism. Parts of his base are outraged, but his poll numbers remain good. Is he a good role model for Berlin?
By Frank Hornig
October 11, 2026, 9:58 p.m
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Mamdani will continue to hold pragmatic talks with Trump on housing despite criticism from parts of his base.
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