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A significant portion of the discussion centers on federal-state dynamics, especially surrounding immigration enforcement and sanctuary city policies. The speakers emphasize that President Trump’s potential to withhold federal funds could be a powerful leverage against New York if Mamnani refuses to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. They condemn the sanctuary city stance, arguing it benefits illegal migrants at the expense of regular New Yorkers, often through subsidized welfare and unfair labor practices.