Go Unlimited with Magzter GOLD
Get unlimited access to 10,000+ magazines, newspapers and Premium stories for just
Try GOLD - Free
Trump, Mamdani turn into allies
Manila Bulletin
|November 23, 2025
President Donald Trump on Friday met the man who had proudly proclaimed himself “Donald Trump's worst nightmare,” but he seemed to find the opposite.
-
PRESIDENT Donald Trump listens as New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, in Washington. (AP)
(AP)
The Republican president and New York City’s Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani were warm and friendly, speaking repeatedly of their shared goals to help Trump's hometown rather than their combustible differences.
Trump, who had in the past called Mamdani a "100% Communist Lunatic" and a “total nut job," spoke openly of how impressed he was with the man who had called his administration “authoritarian.”
“I think he is going to surprise some conservative people, actually," Trump said of the democratic socialist as Mamdani stood next to him in the Oval Office.
The meeting offered political opportunities for both men. For Mamdani, a sit-down offered the state lawmaker — who until recently was relatively unknown — the chance to go head-to-head with the most powerful person in the world.
This story is from the November 23, 2025 edition of Manila Bulletin.
Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 10,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
MORE STORIES FROM Manila Bulletin
Manila Bulletin
Malacañang reviewing possible Anti-Dynasty Bill provisions
Malacañang said the Marcos administration has begun a detailed review of possible provisions for an Anti-Dynasty Bill, underscoring that the measure remains one of President Marcos' priority legislative reforms and is receiving active study at the Executive Secretary's level.
2 mins
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Marcos says he has diverticulitis; condition not life-threatening
President Marcos said he has been diagnosed with diverticulitis, a common intestinal condition, but assured the public that his health is stable and that there is no cause for alarm.
1 min
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal
President Donald Trump on Wednesday scrapped the tariffs that he threatened to impose on eight European nations to press for U.S. control over Greenland, pulling a dramatic reversal shortly after insisting he wanted to get the island \"including right, title and ownership.
3 mins
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Stepping into Moritz: Nic Chien's Spring Awakening experience
After his acclaimed portrayal of Jack in \"Into the Woods,\" Nic Chien — the son of award-winning theater actress Lea Salonga — is set to take on the role of Moritz Stiefel in the upcoming musical, \"Spring Awakening.
2 mins
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Manila releases Jan. 28-30 schedule for ₱476.49M allowance payouts
The Manila City Government has released the payout schedule for Jan. 28 to 30 for the distribution of ₱476.488 million in allowances to senior citizens, solo parents, and persons with disabilities (PWDs).
1 min
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Filipinas aim high
Four stalwarts of the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour, fresh from earning cards on the lucrative China LPGA Tour, are set to spearhead the country's bid in the ICTSI Philippine Masters, which reels off on Feb. 4 at Summit Point Golf and Country Club in Lipa City, Batangas.
1 min
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
New Malampaya gas field security tightened 1◄
She added that the President’s order reflects the administration’s focus on protecting critical energy infrastructure, especially as Malampaya East 1 is expected to contribute to power supply stability and reduce dependence on imported fuel.
1 min
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
E-payments surge to P24.7T in '25
Digital payment transactions in the Philippines surged to nearly P25 trillion last year, as the volume of electronic fund transfers more than tripled—marking a fundamental shift in how consumers and businesses navigate the post-pandemic economy.
1 mins
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Not so SRO
Starting this month, former Transportation Secretary Jaime “JJB” Bautista is wearing an altogether different hat—that of overseeing financial statements, compliance with reporting standards, and making sure the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) operates in accordance with best practices.
2 mins
January 23, 2026
Manila Bulletin
KTM and Husqvarna to be distributed by Trimotors Technology Corp.
KTM Bajaj partnership leveraged
1 mins
January 23, 2026
Listen
Translate
Change font size