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Zohran Mamdani leads the New York City mayoral race by a double-digit margin despite intense negative campaigning from opponents and media outlets, with his popularity driven by his focus on affordability, immigrant rights, and authenticity, gaining support from diverse voters and even some establishment figures like Governor Hochul.
Donald Trump predicted that Zohran Mamdani would become New York City's worst mayor if elected, calling him a communist and making a personal remark about his appearance, while also criticizing other political figures and expressing a preference for Andrew Cuomo in a hypothetical vote.
As the New York City mayoral race nears its end, frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, received a supportive call from former President Barack Obama, highlighting his significant primary victory and the national attention on his progressive platform. Despite some Democratic hesitation, Mamdani's campaign emphasizes a shift towards grassroots, authentic messaging, with implications for both local and national politics, especially in the context of upcoming midterm elections.
The first weekend of early voting in New York City saw a record turnout of over 164,000 voters, boosting Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani, who rallied 10,000 supporters in Queens with endorsements from prominent progressives, amidst a highly polarized race with significant opposition from establishment figures like Cuomo and Adams.
As the New York City mayoral race nears its end, candidates Andrew Cuomo, Zohran Mamdani, and Curtis Sliwa engage in a lively debate, with Cuomo attempting to close the gap with Mamdani through aggressive tactics and policy attacks, while Mamdani maintains a strong lead and emphasizes authenticity and policy continuity. The race is influenced by endorsements, campaign strategies, and the candidates' ability to mobilize voters amid controversies and shifting demographics.
Zohran Mamdani, a candidate in the 2025 NYC mayoral race, shared a personal story about his aunt feeling unsafe in her hijab after 9/11, highlighting ongoing discrimination against Muslims. His remarks sparked criticism from JD Vance, who argued that the story minimized the tragedy of 9/11, amid a tense campaign marked by debates over Islamophobia and public safety.
In a lively final debate for the New York City mayoral race, Cuomo and Sliwa challenged front-runner Mamdani, exposing vulnerabilities and sparring over issues like Trump, federal immigration raids, and Cuomo's past scandals, while Mamdani defended his stance and criticized Cuomo as a Trump puppet.
Eric Adams has dropped out of the New York City mayoral race, citing campaign finance issues and media speculation, leaving the race primarily between Zohran Mamdani and Curtis Sliwa, with Adams urging his successor to continue his policies on crime and quality of life.
Rep. Elise Stefanik criticized Gov. Kathy Hochul for endorsing Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, calling Hochul the 'worst governor in America' and opposing her support for a candidate with progressive policies. Hochul's endorsement came ahead of the NYC mayoral election, where Mamdani leads in polls, and Stefanik is expected to challenge Hochul in next year's governor race.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams claims that recent polling showing him in fourth place won't influence his decision to continue his reelection campaign, despite ongoing doubts and reports suggesting he might suspend his bid. Adams criticizes media rumors and maintains he will stay in the race, which is currently led by Zohran Mamdani, with Cuomo also a significant contender. The race remains uncertain, with Adams facing pressure and mixed signals about his campaign's future.
Donald Trump's efforts to influence the NYC mayoral race are backfiring, with increased support for socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani and internal tensions among Democratic candidates, as Trump's interventions seem to bolster Mamdani's campaign and complicate the race.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams denied rumors of dropping out of the reelection race amid reports that Trump allies are considering offering him a government job to influence the election, with other candidates like Curtis Sliwa and Zohran Mamdani remaining in the race. Adams emphasized his commitment to running for reelection despite ongoing political speculation and controversy.
Mayor Adams is in discussions about potentially joining President Trump's administration, possibly to drop out of the NYC mayoral race to help stop front-runner Mamdani, as part of a broader political strategy involving Trump allies and other candidates. Adams has not confirmed any specific plans and remains focused on his reelection campaign amid low polling and controversy.
Advisers to President Trump have discussed offering Mayor Eric Adams a government position if he quits the NYC mayoral race, aiming to influence the election and improve Andrew Cuomo's chances against Zohran Mamdani, who polls show as a weak front-runner.
Zohran Mamdani, a front-runner in the NYC mayoral race and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, faces criticism and mischaracterization from opponents who label him a socialist or communist, though he clarifies his platform is distinct from the D.S.A.'s broader policies. His campaign focuses on affordability and income equality, advocating for increased taxes on the wealthy, but he denies supporting socialist takeovers of private companies, emphasizing his commitment to democratic processes and equitable treatment.