Eric Adams Endorses Andrew Cuomo to Succeed as New York City Mayor
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has officially endorsed former Governor Andrew Cuomo for the upcoming mayoral election slated for November. This endorsement was confirmed by Todd Shapiro, a spokesperson for Adams, who indicated that the Mayor plans to actively campaign alongside Cuomo.
Details of the Endorsement
The specifics regarding the timing and locations of their joint campaign events are still being determined. Both Adams and Cuomo, prominent figures within the Democratic Party, initially entered the race as third-party candidates. However, Adams withdrew last month, expressing a lack of viable options for winning against Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani.
Recent Events
Adams and Cuomo were seen together recently at a New York Knicks game after Cuomo participated in his final debate before the election. This appearance has drawn media attention leading up to the electoral decision.
Opposition’s Response
- Mamdani criticized the endorsement through a post on social media, referring to it as “The Art of the Deal.”
- Adams has previously stated on “The Reset Talk Show” that he was contemplating which candidate to support in the election.
Context and Competition
Adams has expressed significant disagreements with Mamdani’s policy positions, despite having been a vocal critic of Cuomo during the race. In early September, he labeled Cuomo as “a snake and a liar” when he declared his intent to remain in the race.
Mamdani has maintained a strong position in the polls, consistently leading by double-digit margins. A recent Fox News poll reported that Mamdani holds 49% of support among registered New York City voters, compared to Cuomo’s 28% and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa’s 13%.
Other polling data indicates similar trends, with Mamdani largely outpacing his opponents, although Cuomo has made some progress in recent surveys. The endorsement by Adams may have implications for both candidates as the election date approaches.
