President Donald Trump, a native New Yorker, recently criticized the city’s new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, whom he referred to as a ‘communist.’ His remarks, made during a speech in Miami, highlighted a stark contrast between his administration’s policies and what he perceives as the city’s new left-leaning direction. Despite his strong language, Trump expressed a commitment to supporting New York’s success, framing his critique as part of a larger debate over economic policies and governance. His comments were part of a broader narrative contrasting ‘communism’ with ‘common sense’ in governance. Trump, who has long pointed to his real estate ventures in the city, lamented the city’s decline under Democratic leadership but remained hopeful about its future. The White House did not immediately respond to requests for additional comment.