New York mayoral election
Elon Musk Mocks Zohran Mamdani and Endorses Andrew Cuomo in Critical New York Mayoral Race
Nov 04, 2025 05:31 pm CST
With New York's mayoral election approaching, Elon Musk has publicly endorsed independent candidate Andrew Cuomo while controversially mocking Democratic frontrunner Zohran Mamdani by misspelling his name. The Tesla CEO's social media intervention comes alongside former President Donald Trump's support for Cuomo, as both warn against splitting votes between Cuomo and Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa, potentially benefiting Mamdani who currently leads in polls despite the race tightening.
Zohran Mamdani's Plan to End Gifted Programs for New York Kindergarteners Sparks Educational Policy Debate
Oct 03, 2025 06:13 pm CST
Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani proposes eliminating New York City's gifted and talented program for kindergarteners, reviving a contentious educational debate weeks before the mayoral election. The 33-year-old democratic socialist faces opposition from independent candidate Andrew Cuomo, highlighting fundamental differences in their visions for the city's educational system, including charter schools and mayoral control of schools.