Mamdani's Trump Pitch: Sunnyside Housing Project

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdanis innovative approach to securing federal funding for a massive Sunnyside housing project has caught the attention of former Mayor Bill de Blasio. Mamdanis strategy involved presenting a fake New York Daily News front page to President Trump, proposing to deck over Sunnyside railyards for affordable housing units. This project, initially proposed by de Blasio, has faced challenges from local opposition, state pushback, and the pandemic. However, de Blasio praised Mamdanis smoother style and potential to revive the stalled project, even suggesting Trump could claim naming rights or builder bragging rights if it secures funding. Queens politicians remain cautious, emphasizing the need for details and no bad policy trades. Mamdani has secured federal nods on bonds, risk sharing, and approvals to move forward. De Blasio rated Mamdanis first ten weeks strong, highlighting wins like child care expansions and smart hires, despite some snowstorm hiccups. The Trump handling stands out as a potential game-changer for real housing gains.

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