Published on, Sept. 16 -- September 16, 2025 6:05 AM

President Donald Trump strongly criticized New York Governor Kathy Hochul for endorsing Zohran Mamdani. He called the candidate a "Liddle' communist" in a social media post. The clash highlights growing tensions ahead of New York City's mayoral election. The Trump Mamdani rivalry is now drawing national attention.

Mamdani, a 33-year-old state assemblyman, is a self-declared socialist. He shocked Democrats in June by winning the party's mayoral primary. With strong grassroots support, he remains the front-runner. Polls show him leading ahead of the November 4 vote. The race is shaping up as one of the nation's most watched contests.

Governor Hochul defended her endorsement. She praise...