Zahran Mamdani made clear what kind of political speculation about New York’s direction Regarding the protection of migrants. After his meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. The mayor-elect assured Bronx residents that the Big Apple would continue its status as a sanctuary
Mamdani’s confirmation came Church in the Bronx. According to the information he collected Fox NewsThe Democratic leader pointed this out It will not modify the legal underpinnings that make New York in a shelter For those at risk of deportation.
According to him, during his meeting with Trump he discussed areas in which local regulations allow exchanges with the federal government, especially in the case of serious crimes. In this sense, the elected mayor emphasized this New York City law allows contact with national authorities only for about 170 serious violations.
But he stressed that the problem lies outside this framework.
There are, he noted, many residents who end up being arrested or evicted simply for attending a court hearing.
It was mentioned in this context His administration’s priority will be “protecting those who call this city their home.”.
Upon leaving the temple, he deepened this idea in his dialogue with reporters. Mamdani avoided predicting how Trump would react to the continuing crisis Sanctuary rulesAlthough he expected that disagreements would be inevitable. In any case, he confirmed this He will defend “every person who lives in this city.”.
Before the speech in the Bronx, Mamdani met with Donald Trump at the White House.
At a joint conference, his statements appear in the recording he published New York TimesShow both Coincidences in economic issues, despite previous strengths.
The president praised the mayor-elect for the campaign Which pushed him to excel “in front of the smart and the strong,” and at the same time They both share their vision on related issues Accessibility to urban life.
Trump spoke about housing prices, the need to build more units, and the low cost of basic products, which he considered beneficial for New York. also He stressed that he would “help” the new local president and work to “encourage” him in his administration.
For her part, Mamdani thanked the meeting and described the dialogue as “fruitful.”. The two discussed the cost of food, services, rent and the pressures that are pushing thousands of residents out of the country’s most expensive city.
He also stressed that Many voters who supported Trump did so because they wanted to ‘end the forever wars’ Addressing the cost of living crisis.
Although the atmosphere of the conference was friendly, The exchange revealed deep tensions, especially regarding immigration, security, and federal institutions Such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Regarding immigration:
For his part, Trump stressed the importance of “eliminating dangerous criminals.” He stated that this was one of the more comprehensive topics of the meeting.
In this sense, he stressed that Mamdani “does not want to see crime,” and that they agree on the need to ensure safe streets, although he acknowledged that they may differ in methods.
In addition, the conference also revolved around past criticism and ideological differences between the two.
Without going any further, reporters reminded Mamdani that he had described the president as an “autocrat” a few days ago and that he had denounced an alleged “fascist agenda.”
The mayor-elect responded that they were both clear about their positions, but the conversation focused on what they could do for New Yorkers.
Meanwhile, Trump downplayed the accusations and joked that he had been described in worse terms.