Trump Slams Zohran Mamdani After NYC Primary Win, Mocks Democrats

Trump Criticizes Zohran Mamdani After NYC Primary Win

Former US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on Indian-American politician Zohran Mamdani following his apparent victory in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary.

Trump's Remarks

Trump referred to Mamdani as a "100% communist lunatic". He also took aim at other prominent Democrats. Trump wrote, "We’ve had Radical Lefties before, but this is getting a little ridiculous,"

Other Reactions

Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer and house minority leader Hakeem Jeffries congratulated Mamdani. Republicans have sought to portray Mamdani as the symbol of the Democratic party, with some activists linking him to 9/11.

Further Comments

In a follow-up post, Trump sarcastically suggested Jasmine Crockett for president and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as her running mate.