WH and Mamdani Set for High-Stakes Meeting plus Trump Economy Defies Critics

1. The Oval Office Meeting Event: Trump confirms a meeting with Mamdani, the mayor-elect of NYC. Tone: Highly adversarial; Mamdani is repeatedly labeled as “communist,” “lunatic,” and “nut job.” Purpose: Trump frames the meeting as an effort to “save New York,” while suggesting Mamdani seeks publicity and political leverage. Mamdani’s Agenda: Focus on affordability—rent freezes, free buses, city-owned grocery stores, expanded childcare—criticized as socialist handouts. Backdrop: Rising radical activism in NYC, including pro-Palestinian protests at a synagogue, described as antisemitic and dangerous. This is tied to fears of a “new Mamdani era.” 2. Economic Narrative Jobs Report: September added 119,000 jobs (double expectations), with construction jobs surging by 19,000—the largest monthly gain in a year. Wages & Inflation: Wages up 3.8% year-over-year; real wages projected to rise $1,200 annually. Inflation claimed to be under control. Contrast with Biden Era: Biden blamed for 9% inflation and $3,000 wage loss for workers. Foreign Investment: Trump’s “America First” policies credited with attracting $9 trillion in investments from global players (UAE, Qatar, Japan, Apple, EU firms, Saudi Arabia, Nvidia, etc.). Framing: Positions Trump as reversing “Bidenflation” and restoring economic strength. 3. Democratic Party Turmoil Government Shutdown Fallout: Longest shutdown in history sparks internal revolt. Civil War Narrative: Progressive wing (AOC, Tlaib, etc.) vs. establishment (Schumer, Pelosi). Leadership Crisis: Calls for Schumer’s ouster; speculation about AOC running for Senate or higher office. Tone: Democrats are fractured, radicalized, and leaning toward socialism/Marxism. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.