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India.com
2 hours ago
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- India.com
Trump Labels Zohran Mamdani 100% Communist Lunatic Following NYC Mayoral Primary Win
New Delhi: US President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist who won the New York City mayoral primary election. Mamdani secured 43.5% of the vote with 90% of ballots counted, defeating former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Trump took to his Truth Social platform, labeling Mamdani a "100% Communist Lunatic" and mocking his appearance and intelligence. He also criticised other progressive leaders who support Mamdani, including Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) and Senator Chuck Schumer. "It's finally happened, the Democrats have crossed the line. Zohran Mamdani, a 100% Communist Lunatic, has just won the Dem Primary, and is on his way to becoming Mayor," Trump wrote. "We've had Radical Lefties before, but this is getting a little ridiculous. He looks TERRIBLE, his voice is grating, he's not very smart, he's got AOC+3, Dummies ALL, backing him, and even our Great Palestinian Senator, Cryin' Chuck Schumer, is groveling over him. Yes, this is a big moment in the History of our Country!" Trump didn't stop there. In another post, he mocked the Democratic Party's performance and made fun of other progressive politicians. "I have an idea for the Democrats to bring them back into 'play.' After years of being left out in the cold, including suffering one of the Greatest Losses in History, the 2024 Presidential Election, the Democrats should nominate Low IQ Candidate, Jasmine Crockett, for President, and AOC+3 should be, respectively, Vice President, and three High Level Members of the Cabinet – Added together with our future Communist Mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, and our Country is really SCREWED!" Trump said. Mamdani's campaign focused on progressive policies, including establishing city-run grocery stores, freezing rent increases in rent-stabilized housing, and providing free city buses. These initiatives would be funded by a $10 billion tax increase on businesses and wealthy residents. As a democratic socialist, Mamdani's platform resonated with many New Yorkers seeking bold change. Mamdani has been outspoken on foreign policy, taking a strong pro-Palestinian stance. He has vowed to have Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrested if he visits New York City, citing International Criminal Court arrest warrants. Mamdani has also supported the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement during pro-Palestinian protests. Trump's criticism of Mamdani has sparked debate, with some defending Mamdani's policies and others echoing Trump's concerns. Mamdani's supporters view him as a bold and much-needed progressive voice for New York. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo has conceded the election, congratulating Mamdani on his victory. If Mamdani wins the final election, he will become New York City's first Muslim mayor. His victory signals a potential shift in the city's governance, with a focus on progressive policies and social justice. The outcome also highlights the growing popularity of progressive ideas in New York City.
India Today
2 hours ago
- Politics
- India Today
100% Communist lunatic: Trump rages after Zohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral primary
US President Donald Trump launched a furious attack on Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist, as former New York governor Andrew Cuomo conceded New York City's Democratic mayoral primary election. Mamdani won 43.5 per cent of the vote with 90 per cent of ballots took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to attack Mamdani just a day after the results were announced. In a series of posts, Trump called Mamdani a "100% Communist Lunatic" and mocked him. Trump also criticised other progressive laders who support Mamdani, including Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) and Senator Chuck finally happened, the Democrats have crossed the line. Zohran Mamdani, a 100% Communist Lunatic, has just won the Dem Primary, and is on his way to becoming Mayor," Trump wrote. "We've had Radical Lefties before, but this is getting a little ridiculous. He looks TERRIBLE, his voice is grating, he's not very smart, he's got AOC+3, Dummies ALL, backing him, and even our Great Palestinian Senator, Cryin' Chuck Schumer, is groveling over him. Yes, this is a big moment in the History of our Country!" Trump didn't stop there. In another post, he mocked the Democratic Party's performance and made fun of other progressive SHOULD NOMINATE LOW IQ CANDIDATE, TRUMP SAYSadvertisement"I have an idea for the Democrats to bring them back into 'play.' After years of being left out in the cold, including suffering one of the Greatest Losses in History, the 2024 Presidential Election, the Democrats should nominate Low IQ Candidate, Jasmine Crockett, for President, and AOC+3 should be, respectively, Vice President, and three High Level Members of the Cabinet – Added together with our future Communist Mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, and our Country is really SCREWED!" Trump POLITICAL STANCESince 2021, Zohran Mamdani has been representing Astoria, Queens, in the New York State Assembly. His victory in the mayoral primary indicates that progressive ideas are becoming more popular in the city. His campaign has ambitious plans, like establishing city-run grocery stores, freezing rent increases in rent-stabilized housing, and providing free city buses. These ideas would be funded by a $10 billion tax increase on businesses and wealthy has been outspoken on foreign policy. He has taken a strong pro-Palestinian stance, which has made him a target of criticism from pro-Israel groups. He has said that if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits New York City, he would have him arrested, referring to the arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court in November has also led chants supporting the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement during pro-Palestinian protests. His supporters view him as a bold and much-needed progressive voice for New York.- EndsTune InMust Watch
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Grating voice, terrible looks, backed by dummies: Donald Trump calls Zohran Mamdani '100% lunatic' after NYC primary win
Zohran Mamdani , a 33-year-old progressive and self-described democratic socialist, has become the unexpected centre of American political debate after defeating Andrew Cuomo in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary. His upset win drew an immediate and hostile response from Donald Trump , who issued a barrage of insults on his Truth Social platform. 'It's finally happened, the Democrats have crossed the line. Zohran Mamdani, a 100% Communist Lunatic, has just won the Dem Primary, and is on his way to becoming Mayor,' Trump wrote. He added, 'We've had Radical Lefties before, but this is getting a little ridiculous. He looks TERRIBLE, his voice is grating, he's not very smart, he's got AOC+3, Dummies ALL, backing him, and even our Great Palestinian Senator, Cryin' Chuck Schumer, is grovelling over him. Yes, this is a big moment in the History of our Country!' Targeted by Trump and the right Trump's remarks have amplified efforts by Republicans to cast Mamdani as a symbol of what they call the radical left. The former president sarcastically proposed that Democrats should nominate Rep. Jasmine Crockett as their 2028 presidential candidate, with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as her running mate, and Mamdani joining their Cabinet. 'After years of being left out in the cold, including suffering one of the Greatest Losses in History, the 2024 Presidential Election, the Democrats should nominate Low IQ Candidate, Jasmine Crockett, for President, and AOC+3 should be, respectively, Vice President, and three High Level Members of the Cabinet – Added together with our future Communist Mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, and our Country is really SCREWED!' he wrote. Live Events This rhetoric is not new. Trump has long targeted progressive Democrats, especially those associated with 'The Squad.' Mamdani, who represents parts of Queens, now joins that list. A campaign that defied the odds Mamdani's path to the nomination was shaped by a platform that included free bus services, corporate tax hikes, and strict rent control. His digital campaign struck a chord with younger voters, and endorsements from Rep. Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders boosted his progressive credentials. In the Democratic debate, Mamdani directly addressed Donald Trump saying, 'I am Donald Trump's worst nightmare, as a progressive, Muslim immigrant who actually fights for the things I believe in.' He also criticised Trump's immigration policies as authoritarian and slammed billionaire donors who backed Cuomo, saying they were 'the same billionaires that put Donald Trump in DC.' The Cuomo factor and Democratic tensions Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who resigned in 2021 following multiple sexual harassment allegations—which he denied—had backing from establishment figures including former President Bill Clinton. Cuomo conceded the race but has not ruled out an independent bid. The outcome has deepened tensions between the party's old guard and its progressive base. Mamdani's victory is being read by many as a referendum on the future direction of the Democrats. Adams joins in, plans independent run Mayor Eric Adams , who plans to run as an independent, was also quick to attack Mamdani. In a Fox & Friends interview, he called the state legislator a 'snake oil salesman' who would say 'anything to get elected.' He also raised questions over Mamdani's position on Israel, 'What NYC deserves is a mayor who's proud to run on his record—not one who ran from his record, or one who has no record,' Adams posted on X. 'We deserve a mayor who will keep driving down crime, support our police, fight antisemitism, and stand up for working-class New Yorkers.' Adams has himself faced scrutiny after the Justice Department dropped a corruption case against him earlier this year, shortly after Trump took office. The move sparked speculation about a quid pro quo involving immigration enforcement, though both Adams and the DOJ have denied wrongdoing. Mamdani, the son of Indian-born filmmaker Mira Nair, has not only been criticised for his politics but also targeted for his religion. Some right-wing activists have circulated conspiracy theories linking him to 9/11 and questioning his loyalty, despite no basis for such claims. He has been outspoken against the Israeli military campaign in Gaza, describing it as 'genocide,' while asserting he is not antisemitic. Mamdani has pledged to protect Jewish New Yorkers and expand resources to combat hate crimes against all minorities. The battle for New York's City Hall has morphed into a national spectacle. With Mamdani, Adams, and possibly Cuomo all heading to the general election, the race reflects broader divides in American politics—between left and centre, old and new, and rhetoric and policy. The result will not only shape New York City's leadership. It could also serve as a marker for the direction Democrats take into the next presidential cycle.
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Business Standard
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
'100% communist lunatic': Trump lashes out on Zohran Mamdani's NYC win
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state assemblyman known for his socialist politics, has clinched the Democratic primary in New York, defeating seasoned rivals and sparking sharp reactions, including those from US President Donald Trump, who is known to be vocal and critical of his political opponents. Mamdani, who represents Astoria in Queens, drew national attention after his primary victory on Tuesday night. Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to unleash a tirade against Mamdani, branding him a '100 per cent communist lunatic' and claiming his success marked a "dangerous shift" for the Democratic party. Trump further derided Mamdani's appearance and intellect, while criticising Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Chuck Schumer, sarcastically referring to the latter as 'our Great Palestinian Senator' and accusing him of 'grovelling' in support. "It's finally happened, the Democrats have crossed the line. Zohran Mamdani, a 100 per cent Communist Lunatic, has just won the Dem Primary, and is on his way to becoming Mayor. We've had Radical Lefties before, but this is getting a little ridiculous. He looks TERRIBLE, his voice is grating, he's not very smart, he's got AOC+3, Dummies ALL, backing him, and even our Great Palestinian Senator, Cryin' Chuck Schumer, is grovelling over him. Yes, this is a big moment in the History of our Country (sic)!" Trump wrote. In a second post, Trump suggested Democrats had lost their political footing and mockingly proposed they nominate Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett as their next presidential candidate. He went on to disparage the so-called 'AOC+3' group of progressive lawmakers and painted a grim picture of the country's future with Mamdani potentially becoming New York City's mayor. "I have an idea for the Democrats to bring them back into 'play'. After years of being left out in the cold, including suffering one of the Greatest Losses in History, the 2024 Presidential Election, the Democrats should nominate Low IQ Candidate, Jasmine Crockett, for President, and AOC+3 should be, respectively, Vice President, and three High Level Members of the Cabinet – Added together with our future Communist Mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, and our Country is really SCREWED!" he said. Zohran Mamdani wins NY Democratic primary Despite facing opposition from establishment Democrats, including former Governor Andrew Cuomo, Mamdani's grassroots strategy proved effective. Mamdani's campaign pledges included fare-free public transport, rent freezes, and municipally operated grocery stores. Most of his campaigning was done on social media, not unlike Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. However, unlike Trump and democratic rival Cuomo, Mamdani's run was largely funded through small donations rather than billionaire donors. A turning point came during a Democratic debate, where a clip of Mamdani criticising Cuomo's political record and personal controversies went viral, amassing more than 10 million views on X and over a million on TikTok. 2025 New York City mayoral race The 2025 New York City mayoral election is scheduled to occur on November 4, 2025. Curtis Sliwa, founder of the Guardian Angels and 2021 GOP nominee, is again the Republican candidate for mayor in 2025. Incumbent Eric Adams, elected as a Democrat in 2021, is seeking a second term as an independent.
NDTV
5 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
"100% Communist Lunatic": Trump Slams New York Mayor Hopeful Zohran Mamdani
New York: US Donald Trump has weighed in on the victory of Indian-origin leftist socialist Zohran Mamdani in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary election, calling him a "100 per cent communist lunatic". Trump also criticised other progressive leaders who support Mamdani, including Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) and Senator Chuck Schumer, after former New York governor Andrew Cuomo conceded the election. "It's finally happened, the Democrats have crossed the line. Zohran Mamdani, a 100% Communist Lunatic, has just won the Dem Primary, and is on his way to becoming Mayor. We've had Radical Lefties before, but this is getting a little ridiculous," the Republican said in a post on his Truth Social platform. Launching a personal attack on a 33-year-old self-declared socialist, Trump said Mamdani "looks TERRIBLE, his voice is grating, he's not very smart, he's got AOC+3, Dummies ALL, backing him, and even our Great Palestinian Senator, Cryin' Chuck Schumer, is groveling over him. Yes, this is a big moment in the History of our Country!" In another post, he said, presumably jesting, that Democrats should nominate "Low IQ Candidate, Jasmine Crockett, for President" to get back in play. He also said that democrats should put "AOC+3" - his term for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and other progressive Squad members - in Cabinet positions. Mamdani-- an Indian origin Muslim, who is the son of acclaimed Indian American filmmaker Mira Nair and an Indian-born Ugandan Marxist scholar Mahmood Mamdani-- won the democratic race after former New York governor Andrew Cuomo conceded New York City's mayoral primary election. Mamdani won 43.5 per cent of the vote, and 90 per cent of the ballots counted. If Mamdani wins the final race, he will become New York's first Muslim mayor. The son of Indian-origin immigrants, he is backed by the Democratic Socialists of America party -- the kind of niche, leftist affiliation that many Democratic leaders believe their party needs to shed. The fact that Mamdani speaks out for Palestinians and has accused Israel of "genocide" also makes him a prime target for Trump. His supporters include two favourite Trump foils -- fiery leftist Senator Bernie Sanders and progressive congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Currently a New York state assemblyman representing the borough of Queens, Mamdani's eye-catching policy proposals include freezing rent for many New Yorkers, free bus service, and universal childcare. In a city where a three-bedroom apartment can easily cost $6,000 a month, his message struck a chord.
