New York City’s Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani may soon meet with US President Donald Trump, according to remarks made by the President on Sunday. Trump indicated that Mamdani would like to meet with him in Washington, stating, “We want to see everything work out well for New York.” This development marks a shift in tone from Trump, who had previously labeled Mamdani a communist and threatened to pull federal funding from the city.

Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist, rose to prominence during his mayoral campaign, which focused on progressive policies and opposition to Trump’s agenda. The 34-year-old won the election by nearly 9 percentage points, defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo. In his victory speech, Mamdani expressed his desire for New York to serve as an example of how to defeat the President. However, he later stated his willingness to work with anyone, including Trump, if it benefits the city.

Trump has also made controversial comments about Mamdani, including threatening to deport him due to his birth in Uganda, despite Mamdani’s US citizenship. The President’s remarks on Sunday suggest a potential easing of tensions between the two leaders. Mamdani’s representatives did not immediately comment on the President’s statement, but a spokesperson pointed to the Mayor-elect’s previous remarks about reaching out to the White House to establish a critical relationship for the city’s success.

Mamdani’s election has been seen as a significant development in the US political landscape, with the incoming Mayor’s progressive policies and opposition to Trump’s agenda garnering national attention. As Mamdani prepares to take office in January, his ability to work with the Trump administration will be closely watched. The potential meeting between Mamdani and Trump may signal a new era of cooperation between the city and the federal government, despite their differences. The outcome of this meeting, if it takes place, will likely have significant implications for the city and its residents.