Trump Warns Federal Funding Cuts If NYC Elects Left-Wing Mamdani Mayor

President Donald Trump has stated in a CBS "60 Minutes" interview that it would be difficult for him to allocate federal funding to New York City if Zohran Mamdani, whom he labeled a "communist," wins the mayoral race. Trump criticized Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist leading in the polls, by calling him worse than a socialist and suggesting that funding the city under his leadership would be a waste of money. He contrasted Mamdani unfavorably with former Mayor Bill de Blasio and said that, between Mamdani and former Governor Andrew Cuomo, he would prefer the "bad Democrat." Trump also dismissed comparisons between himself and Mamdani, joking about being more charismatic and better looking. Despite his criticisms, Trump indicated he would meet with Mamdani if he were elected mayor. These remarks come as the New York City mayoral election approaches, with Mamdani holding a significant lead in recent polls.