Mamdani frames July 4 as pro-immigrant contrast to Trump’s vision

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani used his July 4 address at City Hall, delivered behind George Washington’s desk and flanked by newly naturalized citizens, to argue for an inclusive approach to immigration and to reject Donald Trump’s stance on who belongs in America. He framed the nation’s history as built by immigrants, warned against divisions used to gain power, and urged the country to continue pursuing its founding ideals as it marks the 250th anniversary, ahead of Trump’s Mount Rushmore remarks.