Liz Peek reacted to Zohran Mamdani reaffirming his past claim that President Trump is a “fascist,” noting that he seemed pressured into repeating it. She argued the real story isn’t the insult itself, but the unexpected political “truce” forming between Trump and Mamdani. Both men, she said, are now publicly aligned on improving affordability in New York City—a priority that resonates with voters facing high prices. Peek emphasized that focusing on cost-of-living issues is exactly where Trump should be steering his message heading into the midterms.
She then shifted to the economy, expressing optimism after hearing from economists Kevin Hassett and Scott Bessent, who predicted strong improvement next year. However, Peek criticized Republicans for failing to clearly communicate the benefits of the coming tax legislation—what Trump calls the “big, beautiful bill.” She said even major AI platforms lacked accessible information about how tax cuts would affect the average family, calling the GOP’s messaging “appallingly bad.” In her view, Republicans must aggressively sell their economic agenda, including tax cuts and tariffs, or risk political failure next fall.
The conversation then moved to public safety and the National Guard. Trump and Mamdani had discussed whether additional Guard deployments were needed in New York City. Trump signaled he would approve support if necessary, while Mamdani said the NYPD remains fully capable of maintaining safety on its own. Guest Luke noted the irony of Mamdani speaking warmly with Trump in private, only to distance himself publicly afterward—a political pattern he compared to a neighbor who’s friendly face-to-face but critical behind your back.
The segment wrapped with hosts noting the unusual dynamic emerging between President Trump and New York’s incoming mayor, promising more coverage as the political relationship develops and as attention shifts toward the 2026 elections.
