The Rubin Report Tense Moment at Trump-Mamdani Meeting That No One Predicted
Nov 24, 2025
Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor, shares his unexpected meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. He navigates tense moments, including being grilled about labeling Trump a fascist and his past defund-the-police stance. Trump’s friendly approach raises eyebrows, as he may be trying to neutralize Mamdani's influence. The conversation also touches on political optics, fundraising strategies, and the implications of Marjorie Taylor Greene's congressional resignation. Intense press exchanges reveal the complexities of today's political landscape.
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Smile As Political Strategy
- Dave Rubin argues Trump used friendliness with Zohran Mamdani to neutralize him with his base and pressure cooperation.
- Rubin sees the Oval Office optics as strategic: make critics appear inconsistent by working with them publicly.
Body Language As Leverage
- Rubin suggests Trump's warm body language aimed to undercut Mamdani's credibility with his supporters.
- He frames the friendly meeting as leverage: be nice now so the other side will 'play ball.'
Mamdani's On-Air Admission
- Zohran Mamdani admitted on NBC that he still thinks President Trump is a fascist after the Oval Office meeting.
- Mamdani said he appreciated discussing disagreements candidly during their conversation.