‘You Can Just Say Yes!’ Trump Saves Mamdani from Fox News Question About Calling Him a ‘Fascist’

HEINRICH: “I want to clarify your answer to Steven Nelson. He asked about your comment calling the president a ‘fascist,’ and your answer was: ‘President Trump and I have been clear in our positions and our views.’ Are you affirming that you think President Trump is a fascist?”

MAMDANI: “I’ve spoken about —“

Trump: “That’s OK, you can just say yes.”

MAMDANI: “Okay, alright.”

Trump: “It’s easier — it’s easier than explaining it. I don’t mind.”