Bloomberg Daybreak: US Edition Trump Announces Putin War Summit; NYC Mayoral Candidates Spar at Debate
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Oct 17, 2025 Jill Deesis, a Bloomberg reporter specializing in U.S.-Russia-Ukraine dynamics, sheds light on President Trump's upcoming summit with Putin aimed at a Ukraine ceasefire. Despite the optimism, skepticism lingers following an earlier failed meeting. The conversation also delves into a fiery NYC mayoral debate where candidates clash over experience and Red claims of radical policies, all while the federal government grapples with a prolonged shutdown and bipartisan challenges.
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Dramatic NYC Debate Entrance And Clash
- Zohran Mamdani walked from Trump Tower to the NBC debate with a brass band, signaling confrontation with President Trump.
- Andrew Cuomo warned Mamdani's victory would mean 'Mayor Trump' and challenged his policies on affordability.
Rent Freeze Sparks Practical Pushback
- Rent freeze proposals face pushback as critics say freezes postpone necessary increases to cover costs.
- Cuomo argued freezing rent risks bankrupting buildings if owners cannot cover expenses.
Shutdown Stalemate And Strategic Resistance
- The government shutdown continued into week three with no direct White House-led talks to end it.
- Republicans resisted linking ACA subsidy extensions to funding until the government reopens.