
President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a lifelong Democrat running as an independent, in New York City's mayoral election. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The president urged voters not to cast a ballot Tuesday for Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa, saying it would be “a vote for [Zohran] Mamdani.” “Whether you personally like Andrew Cuomo or not, you really have no choice,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
Main Idea: President Donald Trump backed Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayor’s race and urged voters not to support Republican Curtis Sliwa, saying that would help Zohran Mamdani.
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The endorsement may deepen political conflict and keep voters focused on threats to federal funds for New York City.
The race could give voters a clearer choice, which may help households and small businesses plan for city policy changes.
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