Mamdani draws line with Kimmel over Trump meeting: ‘Jimmy, I love you, but…”
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Key Points:
- Democratic socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani discussed his ongoing communication with President Donald Trump, focusing on the Sunnyside Yard development and support for Haitian New Yorkers affected by the end of their Protected Status.
- The Sunnyside Yard project in Queens aims to build 12,000 new housing units and create approximately 30,000 jobs, a key priority for Mamdani.
- Mamdani declined Jimmy Kimmel's playful suggestion to text Trump a selfie, emphasizing his commitment to housing issues over casual interactions.
- During a recent meeting between Trump and the New York City mayor, Mamdani appeared expressionless, concentrating on securing federal approval for the Sunnyside Yard project rather than engaging with Trump's remarks.
- Kimmel commented on Trump's demeanor during the meeting, implying he would not want to engage competitively with him, while Mamdani maintained a pragmatic focus on city development goals.
