Claim: Zohran Mamdani is a Communist
Veracity: FALSE
Reality: Zohran Mamdani has no affiliation with the communist party or communism. Mamdani is a member of the Democratic Socialists of America and identifies as a democratic socialist. Socialism and communism are not the same thing.
Liars:- Donald Trump: "[Could Zohran Mamdani be the] Best thing that could happen to the Republican Party? A Communist Mayor in NYC." (2025-10-02)
- Donald Trump: "Self proclaimed New York City Communist, Zohran Mamdani, who is running for Mayor" (2025-09-29)