Mamdani says he will focus on affordability during White House meeting
The mayor-elect told CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer the meeting is "an opportunity to make the case for New Yorkers."
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The mayor-elect told CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer the meeting is "an opportunity to make the case for New Yorkers."
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he plans to focus on affordability when he meets with President Trump on Friday at the White House.
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