A long-standing alliance between a U.S. president and a major city mayor faces strain following a heated exchange over a recent shooting incident linked to immigration concerns. The dispute arose after a series of phone calls between the two leaders, highlighting deepening tensions between federal and local priorities. With both sides publicly clashing, the fallout could reshape their working relationship amid broader debates over law enforcement and border policies. The situation underscores how divisive immigration remains even among political allies.


The friendly relationship between President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani hit one of its toughest tests yet Thursday after a series of calls over a shooting involving immigration ...