Key facts
- President Donald Trump has shown sustained interest in New York City's development.
- Trump and Mayor Mamdani have met multiple times to discuss city projects.
- They discussed building thousands of housing units on a Queens rail yard.
- Mamdani gifted Trump a fake tabloid front page with a development-themed headline.
- Trump's administration previously attempted to halt a Manhattan toll plan.
- Mamdani faces pressure to demonstrate governing ability and has a supportive base.
President Donald Trump has maintained a strong interest in New York City's development, engaging in multiple meetings with Mayor Mamdani to discuss potential projects and policy changes. Trump, who has a long history of involvement in Manhattan real estate, met with Mamdani in November and February to discuss initiatives like building housing on a Queens rail yard and altering the city's zoning laws.