Trump Threatens NYC Mayoral Candidate Over ICE

President Donald Trump publicly threatened to arrest Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, during a press event at a Florida migrant detention facility if Mamdani interferes with ICE operations in the city. Trump repeatedly called Mamdani a 'communist' and falsely questioned his citizenship, despite Mamdani being a naturalized U.S. citizen. He also suggested withholding federal funds from New York City should Mamdani be elected and defy federal immigration laws. In response, Mamdani condemned Trump's statements as intimidation and an attack on democracy, pledging to continue his immigrant protection platform and progressive policies. The exchange has increased political tensions and criticism from progressive groups. Mamdani will face incumbent Eric Adams, Republican Curtis Sliwa, and independent Jim Walden in the general mayoral election.