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President Donald Trump has confirmed he will meet with New York City’s incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, at the White House. The two leaders, who come from sharply different political backgrounds and visions for governance, are expected to discuss major concerns facing millions of New Yorkers—public safety, economic security, and the growing affordability crisis.

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Mamdani, a democratic socialist and recent victor in the city’s mayoral race, campaigned on significant structural changes to daily life in New York, including proposals such as a rent freeze and free bus fares. These ideas energized many progressive voters but also raised concerns about the long-term economic health of the city. President Trump, who has previously criticized Mamdani’s platform, even once warned that he might consider withholding federal funding from New York City if these policies moved forward.

Despite past tensions, Mamdani has emphasized the need for cooperation, stating that a productive relationship with the president is essential for serving the city effectively. His team noted that the meeting will prioritize issues affecting working families and the more than one million New Yorkers who supported his affordability agenda.

Trump announced the upcoming meeting in a post on Truth Social, referring to Mamdani as the “Communist Mayor of New York City” while nonetheless agreeing to meet in the Oval Office. The president did not detail what he hopes to achieve in the discussion but signaled a willingness to engage directly on matters that will shape the future of the nation’s largest city.

For many watching closely—especially those concerned about safety, stability, and economic responsibility—the meeting represents a crucial moment. Policies that affect New York often become models for other cities. The conversation between these two leaders may set the tone for federal-city relations in the coming years, influencing how cities balance affordability with fiscal restraint, and reform with public safety.

How are you praying about this meeting? Share your prayers and scriptures below.

(Excerpt from Just the News. Photo Credit: Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images)

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Evelyn Jackson
November 22, 2025

Father we pray for Your discernment in our President – that he will not be deceived or compromise Your plan for this season.
Thank You that You have given him a heart to make peace – but not at the cost of compromising.
The enemy is good at blurring truth. But may Your wisdom and truth rise up strong in President Trump!
We bind every evil spirit working to destroy NYC and every city in our nation.. for salvation for every leader and declare that JESUS IS STILL LORD OVER THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!!!🇺🇸
We declare that AMERICA IS BEING SAVED!!! 🙏🇺🇸

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T McH
November 22, 2025

Well, it happened and they are new best friends, to the surprise of IFA. Mamdani represents the advantage of youth, ability to walk the streets and meet people, knows what groceries cost. If a cocooned millionaire of advanced age can associate with a young socialist some of the good may rub off and benefit both.

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Ellen JP
November 21, 2025

Mayor-elect Mamdani’s local claim to fame was his 15 day hunger strike on behalf of debt relief for thousands of NYC cab drivers, back in 2021. Apparently it was successful.

This is a young man who is in tune with his constituents from every walk of life, every part of the city, and every faith including the many, many young Christians and Jews who voted for him without hesitation. Some going so far as to campaign for him.

Prayers for God to direct his steps, and his thinking — and the president’s as well. And for both their continued health, well-being, protection, and safety.

May NYC prosper!

In Jesus’ name.

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T McH
November 21, 2025

Perhaps he will be able to explain to the President that socialism is closer to the Christian ideal than individualism and capitalism.
Christian socialism sees all as members of a body bound from first to last to have regard to the interests of others equally with their own. People honored for their contribution to society not wealth. All their personal gifts and acquisitions being held as a trust shared for the whole community, acknowledging the weakness and suffering of all.
‘But I say this to you; love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you . . .’

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Rose Rocha
November 21, 2025

Lord, give president Trump godly wisdom as he meets with this man. May your will be done for the people of New York who want to own businesses and create jobs. Protect the president and his administration against any attacks of the enemy. In Jesus’ name.

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Patricia Owens
November 21, 2025

High States is correct….America vs Nation of Islam, Muslim vs Christian, Satan vs Jehovah God, the Oval Office vs Caliphate officials. Once foot set on the land, the polished floor of the Oval Office, what will keep Mamdani from muttering a claim? Holy Father, creator of all, even them..please have the buildings, the grounds already well covered with Your Angel armies, even down to the squadrons , that there will be no footprints of evil even tiptoe touching this dedicated to you part of America. Thank you, Lord…for your attention to this matter of grave concern to the survival of your 2nd home, Israel, then America….

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Brenda O
November 21, 2025

Let’s remember while people on this site criticize Mamdani for being Muslim, our beloved president cozies up to Saudi Arabia, selling them F 35’s over the objection of the military because Saudi Arabia has big real estate deals with the president’s family. Yes, Saudi Arabia where public practice of Christianity is illegal. Yes, Saudi Arabia where wearing a cross or any Christian symbol is illegal. Saudi Arabia where if you are Muslim who converts to Christianity, the punishment is death. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

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Roberta
November 21, 2025

Mamdani is used to grinning like a Cheshire cat and having everyone he meets to bow down for him. He wants this meeting to stop the President from withholding money from New York. Some of Mamdani’s proposals are against our civil rights laws. For instance, a mayor cannot tax a certain race or a certain economically higher people. FATHER GOD thank YOU for President Trump being immune to flattery and every wile of the devil. FATHER GOD please take charge of the meeting and let YOUR Will be done in JESUS MIGHTY NAME! Amen!

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