Trump Warns New York Mayor-Elect Mamdani: ‘We’ll Have To Arrest Him’

President Donald Trump on Wednesday addressed sharp criticism from Zohran Mamdani, who defeated disgraced former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in New York City’s mayoral race. Mamdani, a democratic socialist, ordered the president during his fiery victory speech to “turn the volume up.”

“I think it’s a very dangerous statement for him to make,” Trump told Fox News host Bret Baier. “He has to be a little bit respectful of Washington, because if he’s not, he doesn’t have a chance of succeeding. And I want to make him succeed.” He quickly clarified, “I want to make the city succeed, I don’t want to make him succeed.”

Trump has frequently attacked the progressive candidate throughout his campaign, which focused on affordable housing and expanding social safety nets. Mamdani faced racist attacks from critics before defeating Cuomo, whom Trump had endorsed.

In his victory speech Tuesday, Mamdani called Trump a “despot” who has “betrayed” the nation. He urged his supporters to use their votes and voices to “stop the next Trump” by “dismantling the very conditions that allowed him to accumulate power.”

“I thought it was a very angry speech,” Trump told Baier. “Certainly angry toward me, and I think he should be nice to me. I’m sort of the one that has to approve a lot of things coming to him, so he’s off to a bad start.”

Supporters countered that Mamdani, 34, is off to a great start as the first Muslim and South Asian mayor in city history, and its youngest in more than a century.

“Look, for thousands of years communism has not worked. Communism, or the concept of communism, has not worked. I tend to doubt it will work this time,” Trump said. He added that he was “torn” by Mamdani’s win due to his “love” for New York City, saying he “would like to see the new mayor do well.”

When asked if he’s thought about reaching out, Trump replied, “I would say he needs to reach out to us, really. I’m here. We’ll see what happens, but I would think it would be more appropriate for him to reach out to us.”

In June, when asked about Mamdani’s vow to “stop masked ICE agents from deporting our neighbors,” Trump said, “Well then, we’ll have to arrest him.”

“Look, we don’t need a communist in this country, but if we have one, I’m going to be watching over him very carefully on behalf of the nation,” Trump added.

BREAKING: U.S. House of Representatives Unanimously Pass Bill 424-0 - President Donald Trump Is Waiting For It as House Passes...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a moment of historic and overwhelming unity that has silenced even the most vocal critics of the 119th Congress, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 424-0 this week to pass a sweeping legislative mandate for America’s most decorated warriors. The bill, which now moves to the Senate with the full weight of a unanimous House behind it, will quadruple the pensions of Medal of Honor recipients, signaling a profound shift in how the nation honors its living legends during this period of American Restoration.

As President Donald J. Trump prepares to receive the legislation on his desk, the 424-0 vote serves as a definitive marker of the 2026 Renaissance. It is a year defined not just by military dominance abroad in Operation Epic Fury, but by a renewed commitment to the domestic pillars of American strength: the veteran, the worker, and the taxpayer.

I. THE 424-0 VICTORY: QUADRUPLING THE PENSION OF VALOR

For over a century, the Medal of Honor pension has often been a symbolic gesture rather than a reflection of the profound debt the nation owes its greatest heroes. Established in 1916 at a mere $10 per month, the stipend has lagged behind the economic realities of the 21st century for far too long.

1. Financial Dignity for the 60 Living Recipients

The House bill, co-sponsored by Reps. Troy Nehls (R-TX) and Chris Pappas (D-NH), represents a revolutionary correction. By raising the annual pension from $16,880 to $67,500, the legislation ensures that the 60 living recipients—men who have displayed extraordinary bravery in the face of death—can live with the dignity they deserve.

Supporters pointed out that these heroes are often the face of American patriotism, traveling at their own expense to schools, military bases, and museums to share the stories of their valor. The 400% increase is not just a benefit; it is a resource that allows them to continue their mission of inspiring the next generation of Americans.

2. A Masterclass in Fiscal Offsetting

In a display of the fiscal responsibility that has come to define the 2026 Republican majority, the bill does not add a single cent to the national debt. Instead, the increased pensions will be funded through Veterans’ Affairs disability compensation, with the cost offset by extending the limitation on pensions for veterans without spouses or dependents from 2031 to 2033. This "smart budgeting" approach ensures that the nation can honor its heroes while remaining a "good steward" of the taxpayer’s dollar.

II. THE LEGEND OF MAJOR JAMES CAPERS: A MEDAL LONG OVERDUE

As the House secures the financial future of Medal of Honor recipients, the political focus has turned to the James Capers story—a narrative of sacrifice and survival that has gripped the halls of the Capitol. There is a growing, bipartisan push for President Trump to use his second-term authority to award the Medal of Honor to the Black Vietnam War veteran who became a legend of the U.S. Marine Corps.

1. The Firefight

The sworn testimony of the Marines who served under then-Lt. Capers in 1967 paints a picture of a man who surpassed the limits of human endurance. Ambushed deep in the North Vietnamese jungle, Capers was struck by 19 pieces of shrapnel and suffered a shattered leg and a torn-open stomach.

Despite his catastrophic injuries, Capers refused to surrender command. He orchestrated the defense and evacuation of his seven fellow Marines, bleeding heavily as he held off the enemy.

2. The Ultimate Sacrifice

The most harrowing detail of the Capers mission occurred during the medevac. As the overloaded helicopter struggled to take off under heavy fire, Capers—fearing the weight would prevent his men from escaping—tried to jump from the aircraft and stay behind. He was only saved when the medevac crew chief physically pulled him back on board.

For the 2026 mandate, the story of James Capers is the story of the Victorious American Marine. His physical scars are a permanent testament to the bravery that the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas, seeks to preserve when it opens its doors next month.

III. THE 2026 ECONOMIC MIRACLE: JOHNSON DECLARES THE END OF "BIDENOMICS"

While the House united for veterans, Speaker Mike Johnson utilized a series of high-profile interviews on Fox News to declare the definitive success of the administration’s economic restoration. Speaking with Bill Hemmer and Dana Perino, Johnson provided the data points that have defined the first quarter of 2026 as a period of "unimaginable growth."

1. Five Percent Growth and the 5-Year Gas Low

The Speaker highlighted a series of economic indicators that have stunned even conservative economists:

• GDP Growth: Currently exceeding 5%, a rate that critics claimed was impossible during the stagnant years of the previous administration.

• Gas Prices: Falling to a five-year low, providing immediate relief to the American family and the domestic supply chain.

• Inflation: Trending downward toward historical norms after the 40-year highs triggered by the "outrageous spending levels" of the past.