The House of Representatives passed a resolution condemning socialism by a bipartisan vote of 285-98. The resolution, introduced by Rep.
Maria Elvira Salazar, denounces the "horrors of socialism" and opposes its implementation in the United States. This vote occurred hours before New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, a self-described socialist, was scheduled to meet with President Trump at the White House.
Mamdani's meeting with President Trump was intended to discuss ways to make New York City more affordable. Trump had previously threatened to cut federal funding to the city if Mamdani, whom he referred to as "my little Communist," was elected.
Despite their political differences, Trump expressed optimism that the meeting would be civil. Several members of Congress, including Rep.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders, have endorsed Mamdani and identify as Democratic socialists.
During the House floor debate, some Republicans, such as Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, argued that socialism is effectively communism-light and pointed to historical examples of failed socialist policies in Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, China, and North Korea, citing widespread famine and authoritarian rule.
The resolution text itself detailed these historical failures, including mass starvation and political repression under various socialist regimes. This resolution was introduced in the Senate by Sen.
Rick Scott and both resolutions were submitted prior to the New York City mayoral election but after Mamdani had secured the Democratic nomination.
