Zohran Mamdani: “If it comes at the expense of the New Yorkers that I am…”

“Will you do that? I will work with the Trump administration when it is to the benefit of New Yorkers. My approach will never be reflexive, whether in agreement or opposition. But If it comes at the expense of the New Yorkers that I am running to serve, then no, I will not be working with the administration on harming the people that I look to represent. So some Democrats are still trying to wrap their heads around his victory, embracing his enthusiasm, his energy, but maybe not backing his policies just yet.” (02:19–02:27)

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