Trump Endorses Cuomo in NYC Mayoral Race, Threatens Funding Cut if Mamdani Wins

On the eve of New York City's mayoral election, President Donald Trump endorsed former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is running as an independent, over Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani. Trump urged voters to support Cuomo, stating that a vote for Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa would effectively benefit Mamdani.

Trump has previously labeled Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, as a "communist" and expressed concerns about his potential leadership. He also threatened to withhold federal funds from New York City if Mamdani wins the election.

Cuomo, who resigned as governor in 2021 amid sexual harassment allegations, has distanced himself from Trump's endorsement, emphasizing his independence in the race. Mamdani, aiming to become the city's first Muslim mayor, has focused his campaign on affordability and grassroots engagement, maintaining a packed schedule of community events and canvassing.

The election has garnered national attention as a potential indicator of the Democratic Party's direction, balancing progressive momentum against concerns of alienating centrist voters and the financial sector.