But he didn’t stop there.
Wasting no time, Mamdani called out President Donald Trump, hinting at the fierce political battles ahead. Facing a roaring crowd, he directed four sharp words straight at the former president:
Trump’s ominous answer
President Trump, who had been outspoken about who he wanted as New York’s next mayor, was predictably not thrilled by the results—or by Mamdani’s victory speech, which undoubtedly reached him. After the election, Trump took to Truth Social to post a strikingly ominous message:
“…AND SO IT BEGINS!”
The cryptic post has sparked widespread speculation. Given Trump’s previous claims that Mamdani is a “communist” and his threats to cut federal funding to New York City if Mamdani won, many believe the financial pressure could be his first move against the new mayor.
Trump has also warned of possible arrest or deportation should Mamdani take office, leading some to interpret his Truth Social message as a hint that such drastic measures might be on the table.Continue reading…
