Trump Seeks Meeting with Newly Elected New York Mayor Zehran Mmehdi

President Donald Trump says he plans to meet with New York City's mayor-elect Zuhran Mamdani, promising they'll "work something out." The announcement comes as the incoming mayor faces the challenge of managing the relationship between America's largest city and the federal government.

Mamdani's representatives didn't comment on Trump's statement Sunday. But a spokesperson pointed to remarks the mayor-elect made last week, when he said he intended to reach out to the White House "because this relationship will be crucial for the city's success."

The potential meeting highlights a practical reality for New York's incoming leadership. The city depends heavily on federal funding for everything from infrastructure projects to social programs. Past tensions between New York mayors and federal administrations have sometimes complicated these funding relationships.

For Mamdani, who will take office in January, establishing working ties with the Trump administration could prove essential for advancing the city's priorities. New York receives billions in federal aid annually, and maintaining that flow of resources typically requires ongoing coordination between city hall and Washington.

The timing suggests both sides recognize the importance of the relationship. Trump's willingness to meet early signals he may want to avoid the public conflicts that marked some previous federal-city relationships. Meanwhile, Mamdani's openness to dialogue reflects the pragmatic approach many mayors take when dealing with federal officials, regardless of party differences.