New York politics
Andrew Cuomo: Former New York Governor Now Running for NYC Mayor with Trump's Endorsement
Nov 04, 2025 03:27 pm CST
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo enters the final stretch of the New York City mayoral race as an Independent candidate, recently receiving Donald Trump's endorsement despite his Democratic background. Once a three-term governor who resigned amid scandal in 2021, Cuomo now faces Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in a tight race that's reshaping New York's political landscape.
Obama Offers Support to Frontrunner Zohran Mamdani in Crucial New York Mayoral Race
Nov 02, 2025 01:44 pm CST
Former President Barack Obama has offered his support to New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, proposing to serve as a "sounding board" if the 34-year-old Uganda-born state assembly member wins the upcoming election. Mamdani, who has secured endorsements from key Democratic figures after his surprising primary victory, leads in polls against former Governor Andrew Cuomo as the November 4 general election approaches.
Zohran Mamdani Leads New York Mayoral Race with Progressive Platform as Early Voting Begins
Oct 25, 2025 10:11 am CST
As early voting begins for New York's mayoral election, progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani holds a commanding 18-point lead over former governor Andrew Cuomo. The 34-year-old self-described socialist has surged from political obscurity to frontrunner status by focusing on the city's affordability crisis, promising rent freezes and free public services while gaining endorsements from key Democratic leaders despite criticism from President Trump.
Zohran Mamdani Embraces Muslim Identity Amid Rising Islamophobic Attacks in NYC Mayoral Race
Oct 25, 2025 04:29 am CST
Democratic nominee for NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers a powerful response to Islamophobic attacks from political opponents, pledging to embrace his Muslim identity while calling for equal treatment of Muslim New Yorkers. Despite facing accusations related to his faith and criticism of Israel, Mamdani secured the endorsement of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries as he challenges stereotypes in the contentious mayoral race.
Eric Adams Withdraws from NYC Mayoral Race: Too Late to Change November Election Outcome?
Sep 29, 2025 11:59 pm CST
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has withdrawn from his reelection campaign with just 37 days until Election Day, a move that analysts believe comes too late to significantly impact the race. While the decision could boost fundraising for former Governor Andrew Cuomo, frontrunner Zohran Mamdani maintains a substantial polling lead. With Adams' name still appearing on the ballot and Republican Curtis Sliwa refusing to withdraw, political experts question whether this late-stage development can truly alter the expected outcome of November's mayoral election.