Mamdani, a 33-year-old state assemblyman representing northwest Queens, last month shocked the political establishment by trouncing the longtime front-runner, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, whose name recognition, experience and support of billionaires and corporations, made him the favorite.

When asked for more information by National Review, the White House said it had nothing to add to the president’s remarks. President Trump suggested the White House could get involved if Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani is elected mayor of New York City.

Trump discussed New York City's mayoral race during a Cabinet meeting but said he was 'not getting involved' in endorsing any candidates.