Natasha Cloud criticizes Donald Trump after the former President spoke disparagingly about Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic mayoral nominee for New York City. Cloud, who currently plays for the New York Liberty, has been a consistent opponent of Trump’s political rhetoric since his first term in office.
Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr asked Cloud to respond to Trump’s recent statements about Mamdani. Cloud shared her opinion that residents of New York strive to be heard, while many politicians, including Trump, resist efforts by the community to change established systems.
“It’s reckless of our president. It’s reckless of this administration, but it’s also exciting for us as the people,” Cloud said.
“That’s when you know we’re getting to them. That’s when you know we’re creating change that they don’t want. That’s when you know we’re dismantling the system. And so for all of us in New York, I’m just gonna ask that we continue to be on the right path to history.”
Cloud’s Support for Zohran Mamdani as Mayoral Candidate
Zohran Mamdani, who moved to the United States from Uganda as a child, is recognized for his diverse background and fresh perspective in New York City politics. Natasha Cloud endorsed Mamdani, expressing her view that he faces unfair negative publicity because of his identity and political stance.
“He gets the worst PR because he’s a Muslim, he’s a socialist, and he’s a democrat,” Cloud said.
“But he believes that it is the government’s right to take care and make sure that all its constituents live a dignified life, regardless of who you are, what your religious affiliation or background is. I think that’s beautiful.”
Cloud stated in an interview that if she were not a resident of Pennsylvania, she would vote for Mamdani. Her endorsement highlights Mamdani’s commitment to advocating for all constituents and seeking dignity for everyone in the city, regardless of background.
Natasha Cloud’s Background and WNBA Movement
Natasha Cloud arrived in New York during the WNBA offseason, joining the Liberty after being acquired from the Connecticut Sun. Her move filled the gap left by Courtney Vandersloot, who joined the Chicago Sky during free agency. By integrating quickly into the New York Liberty, Cloud has used her platform to voice opinions on both social and political issues surrounding athletes and the communities they represent.
Cloud’s Ongoing Criticism of Trump’s Foreign and Domestic Actions
Cloud’s criticism of Donald Trump is not limited to domestic politics. Last month, following a US attack on Iran orchestrated by the Trump administration amid conflict with Israel, she was outspoken about her belief that such actions were grounds for impeachment. The military strike targeted locations such as Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan, with the intention of prompting peace talks, though the situation remained unresolved despite a ceasefire between Iran and Israel soon afterward.
Cloud’s stance underlines her position as both a sports figure and an engaged citizen, consistently urging the government to be accountable and advocating for systemic change within and beyond the athletic sphere. By endorsing new political voices like Mamdani, she continues to challenge entrenched systems and call attention to the importance of equitable representation in leadership.