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In a sharp escalation of his criticisms, Eric Trump has publicly claimed that New York City’s newly elected mayor, Zohran Mamdani , “hates the Indian population.” The son of US President Donald Trump made the remarks during an appearance on Fox News’ Hannity, as he attacked Mamdani’s political orientation and raised alarm over the city’s future.
Eric Trump lamented what he sees as the decline of New York under left-wing leadership. He argued that far-left policies are undermining major American cities and cited Mamdani as a prime example of this “radical” shift. According to him, the mayor-elect’s ideology threatens the city’s economic stability and traditional values.
Zohran Mamdani, 34, made history in the recent election: he is on track to become New York’s first Muslim and first South Asian mayor. Born to Ugandan–Indian parents, his rise has been framed as a breakthrough for immigrant communities and progressive politics.
Despite these historic credentials, Mamdani has become a lightning rod for conservative backlash. Eric Trump’s allegation comes amid broader GOP efforts to portray him as a radical socialist, with critics warning that his policies could destabilize the city.
Mamdani’s political platform includes ambitious progressive reforms—such as free public childcare, rent freezes, and strong protections for immigrant communities. These positions, his supporters say, reflect a deeply held commitment to social justice, not hostility toward any ethnic group.
Political analysts suggest that Eric Trump’s comments are part of a broader campaign to stoke fears among voters who view Mamdani as a threat to the status quo. By framing the mayor-elect as antagonistic to Indian Americans, Trump is tapping into identity-based anxieties and cultural divisions that resonate in parts of the electorate.
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View AllMamdani, for his part, has not publicly responded to Eric Trump’s specific “hate” accusation—but he has repeatedly rejected broader attacks from his opponents. Earlier in the year, when Donald Trump questioned his citizenship and threatened deportation if he challenged ICE operations in the city, Mamdani called it an abuse of power and vowed not to be intimidated.
As the tension intensifies, the upcoming mayoral transition is being closely watched.