President Trump suggested he might withhold federal funds from New York City if candidate Zohran Mamdani is elected mayor, criticizing Mamdani as a 'communist' and dismissing claims that he would send tanks into the city. Mamdani, who proposes progressive policies, insists federal funding will continue if he wins, citing legal obligations. Trump also expressed a preference for Cuomo over Mamdani, despite not being a fan of Cuomo.
Zohran Mamdani's lead over Andrew Cuomo in the NYC mayoral race has narrowed slightly in the final days before Election Day, with recent polls showing Mamdani at 43% and Cuomo at 33%, amid high early voting turnout among older voters and a slight decline in Mamdani's lead in betting markets.
A Quinnipiac University poll shows Zohran Mamdani leading the NYC mayor race with 43% support among likely voters, followed by Andrew Cuomo at 33%, and Curtis Sliwa at 14%, with significant support among younger voters and crime being the top issue for voters.
A recent Suffolk University poll shows Andrew Cuomo closing the gap with Zohran Mamdani in the NYC mayor's race, with Cuomo now 10 points behind, amid high early voting turnout especially among older voters. The race remains competitive with Mamdani leading but Cuomo gaining ground, and the outcome is uncertain with just days before Election Day.
Voter turnout in NYC's mayoral race has surged, especially among voters over 55, marking a significant shift from previous primaries and potentially benefiting candidates like Andrew Cuomo. The increased engagement reflects heightened interest and could influence the election outcome, with campaigns intensifying outreach efforts.
Zohran Mamdani, a NYC mayoral candidate, is rallying support with a 'New York Is Not for Sale' slogan, echoing Bernie Sanders' progressive message, and is backed by prominent lawmakers including AOC and Governor Hochul, as he seeks to challenge wealthy interests and promote affordable housing, free transportation, and universal childcare.
JD Vance criticized Zohran Mamdani on social media for his comments about Islamophobia and the impact of 9/11 on Muslim communities, amid Mamdani's campaign to become NYC's first Muslim mayor and his emotional speech about safety concerns post-9/11.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor after delaying support due to policy disagreements, aiming to mend relations with progressives and support a platform focused on affordable housing and police policies, amidst political tensions within the Democratic Party.
In the NYC mayoral race, Cuomo is running a campaign of attrition hoping to leverage voter dissatisfaction and potential late endorsements, while Mamdani aims for a decisive victory to solidify his progressive base, with debates and last-minute efforts shaping the final weeks of the campaign.
Kamala Harris privately reaffirmed her support for Zohran Mamdani in his bid for NYC mayor during a phone call, following a previously muted endorsement, emphasizing her backing and discussing key campaign issues.
In her first TV interview about her memoir '107 Days,' Kamala Harris discussed her reflections on Biden's reelection, her decision-making process regarding her vice-presidential pick, her support for NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, her criticism of Trump, and her current political focus, emphasizing her cautious approach and her support for Democratic candidates across the country.
Carl Heastie, the Speaker of the New York State Assembly, is expected to endorse Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, signaling a shift among prominent Democrats who had previously hesitated, and highlighting Mamdani's growing lead in the race.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul endorsed Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in the NYC mayor race, prompting Donald Trump to threaten financial consequences and criticize the endorsement, which has intensified political tensions and highlighted divisions within the city's political landscape.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams publicly commits to staying in the mayoral race amid rumors of dropping out, with speculation that the Trump administration may be trying to influence the race by offering Adams a government position to clear the way for a one-on-one contest between Cuomo and Mamdani. Adams defends his campaign and criticizes opponents, while political tensions and potential foreign influence loom over the upcoming election.
Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic socialist and NYC mayoral candidate, faces scrutiny over his ties to the DSA's progressive policies, which include defunding the police and supporting Palestinian resistance, amid criticism from opponent Andrew Cuomo who highlights these positions as potential liabilities in the upcoming election.
