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Trump Endorses Cuomo Over "Communist" Mamdani in Critical New York City Mayoral Election
Nov 04, 2025 11:13 am CST
President Trump has endorsed former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in the upcoming New York City mayoral race, warning against electing Democratic frontrunner Zohran Mamdani. Trump threatened to limit federal funding to the city if Mamdani wins, calling him a communist despite Mamdani's self-identification as a democratic socialist. The high-stakes election on November 4 has also drawn attention from Elon Musk, who likewise endorsed Cuomo over Mamdani and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa.
Trump Threatens to Cut Federal Funding if Mamdani Wins NYC Mayoral Election, Endorses Cuomo
Nov 04, 2025 07:33 am CST
President Donald Trump has threatened to restrict federal funding for New York City if Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral election, urging supporters to vote for former Governor Andrew Cuomo instead. Polls show Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist with progressive tax policies, leading against both Cuomo and Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa, creating both challenges and opportunities for the national Democratic Party.
University Of California Sues Trump Administration Over Funding Freeze
Sep 17, 2025 08:35 am CST
Labor unions, faculty and students in the University of California education system sued President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday over the freezing of federal funds and other actions that they say aim to stifle academic freedom.