From ‘communist lunatic’ to ‘rational person': Donald Trump takes a U-turn on Zohran Mamdani

In a stunning political pivot, President Trump met with mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, exchanging warmth instead of the expected animosity. Despite past harsh criticisms, Trump praised Mamdani as "rational" and pledged support, surprising observers. Both leaders signaled a commitment to cooperation on key issues like affordability and public safety, setting aside campaign hostilities for pragmatic collaboration.