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On the recordSeptember 4, 2025
If Donald Trump is serious about intervening in the mayoral race, he should come to New York City and debate me directly about why he’s cutting SNAP benefits for hungry New Yorkers to give tax breaks to his wealthy donors.
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Zohran Mamdani
Democratic · New York

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Mamdani challenges Trump to debate over SNAP benefits and tax breaks.

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