NYC NOW NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani Meets With President Trump, And the Artist Behind His Famous Font
Nov 21, 2025
In this engaging discussion, WNYC reporter Elizabeth Kim shares insights on Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's noteworthy meeting with President Trump, where they find common ground on crucial issues like affordability and public safety. Kim also dives into the fascinating story behind Mamdani’s campaign font, a bold design inspired by Bollywood, created by designers Anish Bupathi and Matthew Henders Anderson. The conversation highlights the blend of politics and art that shapes public campaigns today.
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Cross‑Aisle Agreement On City Priorities
- Zohran Mamdani and President Trump emphasized shared priorities like lowering crime and making housing affordable despite ideological differences.
- The meeting framed collaboration on practical city issues as possible even between political rivals.
Calendar Your Special Election Actions
- New Jersey set clear dates and early voting windows for the special elections to fill Mikie Sherrill's vacant House seat.
- Mark February 5 for the primary and April 16 for the general, and note early voting periods when planning campaigns or turnout efforts.
Local Health Officials Push Back On Federal Claims
- New York City's acting health commissioner publicly rejected federal claims linking vaccines to autism and warned about undermining public health.
- The segment highlighted growing distrust in the CDC after a controversial website update.