The mayoral nominee for New York City, Zohran Mamdani, has leveled serious allegations against former Governor Andrew Cuomo, claiming that he is scheming with Donald Trump to manipulate the election in his favor. During a press conference in New York City, the Queens assemblyman, who identifies as a socialist, pointed to a report from the New York Times indicating that Trump has been in communication with Cuomo regarding support for a candidate capable of defeating Mamdani in the race.
Mamdani emphasized that the role of the mayor should not be about pleasing powerful figures but rather serving the people of New York City. He described the idea of a mayor working alongside the president to undermine the electorate as deeply troubling, labeling it as a disqualifying factor for Cuomo, particularly since Mamdani had previously defeated him in the Democratic primary. He claimed that if elected, he would pose a significant challenge to Trump and his agenda.
In response, Cuomo dismissed Mamdani's allegations, taking to social media to criticize him for lacking experience and advocating policies that could potentially jeopardize the Democratic Party. Cuomo’s comment implied that Mamdani would be easily defeated by Trump in a broader political contest. The White House press secretary also refuted the idea of Trump intervening in the mayoral race, reiterating Trump's stated disinterest in endorsing any particular candidate.
Adding to the discussion, New York Democrat Rep. Jerry Nadler voiced his support for Mamdani and criticized the notion of collaborating with Trump as a betrayal of the city's residents. Nadler commended Mamdani for his primary victory, which has drawn national attention and surprised many within the political landscape of New York. Despite resistance to some of Mamdani’s policies, including proposals for a wealth tax to support public services, current polls show him leading ahead of both Cuomo and incumbent Mayor Eric Adams as the general election approaches on November 4.
5 Comments
KittyKat
This is proof they don't care about the city. They care about their own pockets! Cuomo has failed NYC.
Eugene Alta
Mamdani has defeated Cuomo before, he certainly knows how to do it again and make it stick
Katchuka
Mamdani will always come first to the people of NYC and their needs. That's a mayor I can vote for.
BuggaBoom
Nadler's supporting Mamdani? Figures. It seems like this whole story is just another political power play.
Karamba
This is the media drumming up more drama where there is none. It's a desperate attempt from Mamdani