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Follow NYC Election Day Live: Major Test for Trump as Mamdani and Cuomo Fight for Votes

President Donald Trump has threatened to withhold federal funds from New York City if Democrat candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral election on Tuesday. In a Monday post on Truth Social, Trump said that NYC "can only get worse with a Communist at the helm, and I don’t want to send, as President, good money after bad. The president also warned New Yorkers not to vote for the Republican candidate in the mayoral race tomorrow. Curtis Sliwa is running as the GOP candidate against Mamdani and independent candidate Andrew Cuomo. "A vote for Curtis Sliwa (who looks much better without the beret!) is a vote for Mamdani," added Trump, who has endorsed Cuomo in the race.

• Zohran Mamdani is leading most of the polls by double-digits heading into election day
• The Real Clear Polling average of polls puts Mamdani's advantage at +14.7 points over nearest rival Cuomo
• Early voting ended on Friday ahead of polling day on Tuesday, November 4
• More than 735,000 voters cast early ballots—historic for the mayoral election—many of them younger New Yorkers
• Current New York City Mayor Eric Adams, an independent former Democrat, endorsed Cuomo
• House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, a New York Democrat, endorsed Mamdani

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Nov 04, 2025 at 02:18 AM EST

Former mayor Rudy Giuliani endorses Curtis Sliwa

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani endorsed Curtis Sliwa in his bid to become the new mayor of the city in Tuesday's election.

“Curtis Sliwa - who is pounding the pavement, riding the subways, and meeting w/ everyday New Yorkers to earn their vote - tells us he's confident on the eve of Election Day,” Giuliani said in a post on X.

“He has the energy, heart & soul to lead this great city. That's why I'm supporting Curtis Sliwa for Mayor.”

Republican candidate Sliwa thanked Giuliani for his endorsement.

“Ignore the noise and listen to America’s mayor, because if anyone knows how to save NYC, it’s the man who did it himself,” Sliwa said in a post.

Nov 04, 2025 at 12:39 AM EST

IN PICTURES: Candidates out and about on the last day of the campaign.

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Nov 04, 2025 at 12:07 AM EST

DNC Chair Ken Martin Says Room For All in ‘Big Tent’

Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin brushed off doubts about support within the party for New York City mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, a self-declared Democratic Socialist, saying the Democrats are a big tent.

“He absolutely is,” Martin told CNN in an interview when asked if Mamdani was part of the party.

“I’ve always said it’s not up to me to decide who’s a Democrat, that's up to the Democratic primary votes and they made a loud statement this summer when they sent him as our nominee, and my job is to support the will of the primary voters and then support that nominee,” he said.

“We are a big tent, there’s room for all types of Democrats…I’ve always believed that you win elections through addition, not subtraction. You win elections by growing your coalition, not pushing people out of that,” Martin said.

“Yes, that means that we’re going to have messy debates, we’re going to have dissent, of course, we’re not going to agree on everything but what I’ve always said is no one should confuse unity with unanimity within the Democratic Party.”

Asked about party backing for Mamdani if he is elected mayor in Tuesday’s vote, Martin said: “We have to give him the chance to govern before people start to judge him.”

Nov 03, 2025 at 10:29 PM EST

Cuomo reacts to President Trump’s endorsement

Independent New York mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo said he was a “good Democrat” as he responded to President Donald Trump’s message of support when he said a vote for a “bad Democrat” was better than a vote for Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, who Trump called a communist.

“He said ‘I’d rather have a bad Democrat than a Communist,’ that’s what he said,” Cuomo told reporters while campaigning.

“He called me a ‘bad Democrat.’ First of all, I happen to be a good Democrat, and a proud Democrat, and I’m going to stay a proud Democrat," he said.

“Mamdani is not a communist, he’s a socialist but we don’t need a socialist mayor either and what you heard President Trump say was he would cut off federal funding to New York if Mamdani was elected. That would be devastating to New York, devastating, and we can’t let that happen. Mandani cannot handle Trump, and the next mayor has to be able to handle Trump.”

Nov 03, 2025 at 09:01 PM EST

Mamdani responds to Trump’s threat to withhold funds

New York Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani responded to President Donald Trump’s threat to withhold federal funding from the city if Mamdani is elected mayor on Tuesday, saying it is not up to the president to decide on such funding.

“This money that we’re talking about, it’s money that New York city is owed, it’s not Donald Trump’s to decide which city or state will get what money. This is the money that New Yorkers are owed and this is the money that we’re going to fight for,” Mamdani told CNN in an interview.

Mamdani also responded to endorsements for independent candidate Andrew Cuomo from the president and from Elon Musk.

“This is the man that Donald Trump wants to be the next mayor of New York City, not because he’ll be good for New Yorkers but because he’ll be good for Donald Trump,” Mamdani said of Cuomo.

“We’re seeing the two twin architects of this second term of a Donald Trump presidency - in the president himself and Elon Musk - saying clearly to New Yorkers that their candidate is Andrew Cuomo,” Mamdani said.

“They have picked Andrew Cuomo because they know that he will be the puppet that they want right here in New York City and he’s showing himself, not just to be that but also be their parrot, in the language they are using to close out this election.”

Nov 03, 2025 at 08:12 PM EST

Mamdani takes aim at Cuomo’s Trump endorsement on election eve network TV interview

Zohran Mamdani has taken a swipe at Andrew Cuomo's recent endorsement by President Donald Trump on the eve of the election for the New York City mayoral race.

“Now it's written out for the entire world to see. This is the man that Donald Trump wants to be the next mayor of New York City. And not because he'll be good for New Yorkers, but because he'll be good for Donald Trump," Mamdani said during an appearance on CNN on Monday evening.

Nov 03, 2025 at 08:05 PM EST

Mamdani trolls Cuomo over latest endorsement

Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani has seized upon Andrew Cuomo's latest controversial endorsement in the mayoral race.

"Another big endorsement for @andrewcuomo. And it only cost $959 million in tax breaks," Mamdani wrote on X on Monday evening, sharing a giant image that stated Elon Musk was endorsing Cuomo.

Over the weekend, President Donald Trump endorsed Cuomo in a “60 Minutes” interview, drawing a sharp rebuke from Mamdani, who warned that Cuomo would not challenge the president’s influence if elected.

“Congratulations, Andrew Cuomo. I know how hard you worked for this.” He reiterated his stance Monday during a sunrise walk to City Hall, saying, “The answer to a Donald Trump presidency is not to create its mirror image here in City Hall.," Mamdani wrote on X in a separate post.

In the “60 Minutes” interview, Trump said he would back Cuomo over Mamdani, whom he falsely labeled a communist. “I’m not a fan of Cuomo one way or another,” Trump said, “but if it’s going to be between a bad Democrat and a communist, I’m going to pick the bad Democrat.”

Cuomo pushed back Monday against President Trump’s recent comments suggesting he’d prefer Cuomo over Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race. “Trump didn’t endorse me,” Cuomo said. “He said he’d take a bad Democrat over Mamdani. I happen to be a good Democrat and a proud Democrat.”

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Nov 03, 2025 at 07:42 PM EST

Trump says vote for Democrats in Virginia, New Jersey governor races will raise energy costs

President Donald Trump has claimed that voting for Democrats in the gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey would raise energy prices in those states.

In Virginia, Democrat former Rep. Abigail Spanberger is running against Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears as Gov. Glenn Youngkin approaches his term limit. In New Jersey, Democrat Mikie Sherrill is running against Republican Jack Ciattarelli as both battle to succeed term-limited Gov. Phil Murphy.

In both states, Democrats have a strong lead against their Republican rivals.

On Monday, Trump urged voters to support GOP candidates claiming, without evidence, that only they would lower energy prices.

"Virginia and Mew Jersey, remember this: a vote for a Republican means substantially lower energy prices, a vote for a democrat, especially these two losers who are running, means a doubling, tripling, and even quadrupling of your energy costs," her wrote on Truth Social. "It will not be sustainable, and you will rue the day that you voted to destroy your life! Failing to vote tomorrow is the same as voting for a Democrat."

Nov 03, 2025 at 07:18 PM EST

Who has endorsed Andrew Cuomo?

After failing to beat Mamdani in the Democratic primary in June, Cuomo opted to run as an independent candidate.

In doing so, he has managed to gain the endorsements of current New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who dropped out of the race a few weeks ago, as well as, seemingly begrudgingly, President Donald Trump.

Nov 03, 2025 at 07:08 PM EST

Who has endorsed Zohran Mamdani?

While Mamdani has been a popular candidate among Democratic voters, some members of his party were slow to endorse him, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, a New York representative, who only added his support last week.

Other endorsements have come from New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who replaced Cuomo after he resigned amid allegations of sexual harassment in 2021, and independent Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:53 PM EST

Cuomo closing gap with Mamdani day before election—most accurate pollster

Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani has seen his polling lead slip to just 43.9 percent of support in the final AtlasIntel Poll for the New York City mayoral race, while independent candidate Andrew Cuomo trails at 39.4 percent.

The tightening in the race comes just one day before Election Day as Republican Curtis Sliwa’s backing dropped sharply, narrowing Mamdani’s lead to just 4.5 percentage points.

The AtlasIntel poll, conducted between October 31 and November 2, 2025, among 2,404 likely NYC voters, showed Mamdani with a likely victory of 43.9 percent. Cuomo, the state's former governor, was not far behind, on 39.4 percent, and Sliwa had 15.5 percent.

The previous poll, conducted over the five days prior, showed Mamdani, 34, with a wider lead over his opponents, at 40.6 percent compared to 34 percent and 24.1 percent, respectively. While Mamdani appeared to have gained support, the narrower margin will likely be the focus of all candidates in the final hours of campaigning.

Many New Yorkers had already cast their ballots before Monday's poll, with more than 735,000 votes cast during the city’s nine days of early in-person voting, more than four times the number of ballots cast during the only other mayoral race to allow early voting, in 2021.

Read in full from Dan Gooding on Newsweek.

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:48 PM EST

Democrat Sherrill maintains narrowing lead over Republican Ciattarelli in latest New Jersey gubernatorial race polls

Democrat New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill is maintaining his narrowing lead over Republican rival Jack Ciattarelli, according to John Zogby Strategies’ election eve poll.

Sherrill holds a single digit lead, with 55 percentage points, compared to Ciattarelli's 43.4 with 1.6 percent going with one of the minor party candidates.

Zogby Strategies launched the poll of likely voters in New Jersey on October 31, which ran until 2 p,m. ET on November 3.

Sherill has a strong, 27 percentage point lead with female voters at 63 percent, compared to Ciattarelli's 38 percent. Meanwhile the Republican candidate leads among men with 58 compared to 37 percentage points. He also leads by three points among white voters, and by the same number among married voters.

Nearly twice as many first time voters said they would vote for Sherill, who has a lead of 64 percent to 34 percent in that demographic.

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:34 PM EST

What has Cuomo said about Mamdani and Sliwa?

Cuomo last week about Mamdani during ABC News Live Prime: “You can be a New Yorker and not understand New Yorkers, right? He has been very divisive through this campaign. He has said things that are highly inflammatory. And that's not the New York way. Because you have the diversity that we have [in New York], you have to be very careful as a leader, not to inflame division."

He also said: “He's [Mamdani] inexperienced, right...Being mayor is a complicated job. It's 300,000 employees, it's [a] $115 billion budget, and it is a situation where on any given day, you can deal with any unknown crisis.”

Cuomo said earlier this year during a debate: “He’s never dealt with the City Council. He’s never dealt with the Congress. He’s never dealt with the State Legislature. He’s never negotiated with a union. He’s never built anything. He’s never dealt with a natural emergency. He’s never dealt with a hurricane, with a flood. He’s never done any of the essentials. And now you have Donald Trump on top of all of that—and he’s never dealt with what I think is the greatest national threat that we face, in this president. To put a person in this seat at this time with no experience is reckless and dangerous.”

Cuomo in October said about Sliwa during an interview on the “Cats Roundtable” radio show: “The problem is, Curtis Sliwa is a spoiler in the race,” adding that “a vote for Curtis Sliwa is really a vote for Zohran Mamdani.”

“Curtis cannot win. Seventy percent of the voters are Democrat. Curtis has run 1,000 times. He’s never come close. There’s no poll that shows him close. He cannot win, put aside the fact that does he have the background of the credibility or the qualifications. He just can’t win. What he can do is take enough votes to make Zohran the mayor, and he’s gonna make Zohran the mayor.”

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:22 PM EST

What are Andrew Cuomo’s policy proposals?

Cuomo has introduced a broad platform aimed at what he calls the city's “crisis of affordability, safety, and opportunity.” He is offering a more centrist approach, leaning on his experience at state-level to sell his viability as a candidate.

He has proposed the following, according to his own website and articles from the New York Times.

• Affordability: Cuomo has made affordability in the city the centerpiece of his policies, noting that the city has “always been expensive,” but that today it is “rapidly becoming unaffordable for millions of hard-working New Yorkers at all income levels.” To address this, Cuomo seeks to build 50,000 new affordable homes, expand healthcare and transit subsidies (like Fair Fares), and provide targeted tax relief and job creation initiatives. He backs a 2 percent cap on property taxes for homeowners in distress.
• Education and Childcare: Cuomo wants to reduce class sizes while increasing the number of school-based health centers, especially in high poverty districts. Above all, he wants to address “chronic absenteeism” and teacher attrition through improved working conditions and safety and better engagement with parents. He also wants to provide career technical education (CTE) through private partnerships.
• Public Safety and Subway Security: Cuomo aims to add 5,000 NYPD officers, implement data-driven policing, and increase outreach to address quality-of-life crimes, subway conditions, and street homelessness. He supports bonuses for police retention and deploying officers for maximum public impact.
• Housing: Along with building more units, Cuomo pledges to improve NYC Housing Authority conditions, increase tenant protections (including eviction counsel), and enforce rent stabilization laws.
• Mental Health, Addiction & Homelessness: Cuomo plans to expand mental health and addiction services and provide greater school-based supports, stricter use of involuntary commitment for at-risk individuals, and a reduction in chronic homelessness through more targeted outreach
• Other Stances: Cuomo supports reviewing congestion pricing for fairness, advocates for strong anti-antisemitism policies (including adopting international definitions and curriculum reforms), and promises a "cleaner city" by reforming sanitation, open-air market regulations, and outdoor dining permit processes.

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:13 PM EST

What to know about NYC mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo

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The New York City mayoral election has drawn national attention in a way it rarely has in the past as former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces off as an independent candidate against state Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani and Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa.

Each candidate offers a competing vision for the city, with Mamdani holding a commanding lead in the polls going into Election Day. However, Cuomo and Sliwa remain committed to the race and will see it through to the end.

Major issues such as housing, public safety, and affordability are expected to drive voter turnout and dominate future policy debates in City Hall, whichever candidate wins.

Read in full from Peter Aitken on Newsweek.

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:06 PM EST

WATCH: What to know about the key races on Tuesday’s election day, from NYC mayor to Virginia governor

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:01 PM EST

Trump threatens to withhold federal funds from NYC if Mamdani wins

President Donald Trump has threatened to withhold federal funds from New York City if Democrat candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral election on Tuesday.

Trump, who has repeatedly attacked Mamdani as a "communist," said on Truth Social on Monday that if Mamdani was victorious, "it is highly unlikely that I will be contributing Federal Funds, other than the very minimum as required, to my beloved first home.

"Because of the fact that, as a Communist, this once great City has ZERO chance of success, or even survival! It can only get worse with a Communist at the helm, and I don’t want to send, as President, good money after bad. It is my obligation to run the Nation, and it is my strong conviction that New York City will be a Complete and Total Economic and Social Disaster should Mamdani win. His principles have been tested for over a thousand years, and never once have they been successful," he added.

Mamdani is a self-described socialist Democrat and has repeatedly pushed back against Trump's characterization of him as a communist.

Meanwhile, Trump has ignored the Republican candidate in the race and instead backed independent, Andrew Cuomo.

Nov 03, 2025 at 05:39 PM EST

Trump warns New Yorkers not to vote for Republican candidate in mayoral race

President Donald Trump has warned New Yorkers not to vote for the Republican candidate in the mayoral race tomorrow.

Curtis Sliwa is running as the GOP candidate against Democrat Zohran Mamdani and independent candidate Andrew Cuomo.

But Trump, who has endorsed Cuomo in the race, has urged Republicans not to vote for Sliwa, who is trailing at the bottom of the polls.

"A vote for Curtis Sliwa (who looks much better without the beret!) is a vote for Mamdani. Whether you personally like Andrew Cuomo or not, you really have no choice. You must vote for him, and hope he does a fantastic job. He is capable of it, Mamdani is not!" Trump said in a Truth Social post on Monday evening.

"I would much rather see a Democrat, who has had a Record of Success, WIN, than a Communist with no experience and a Record of COMPLETE AND TOTAL FAILURE."

Nov 03, 2025 at 05:25 PM EST

Mamdani reveals what he and Obama discussed during call

Zohran Mamdani has revealed what he and Barack Obama discussed when the former president called him.

The Democrat candidate told MSNBC that he had "appreciated" the phone call and the thoughts Obama had shared about his campaign.

"I also shared with him that when I was facing the bigoted and racist attacks, especially, that have amplified over the last few weeks, that I looked to his State of the Union, a State of a More Perfect Union address as an inspiration for how to rise above the 24 hour news cycle of an electoral campaign and speak to the soul of the politics in our city and in our country.

"And I really appreciated the model that he presented."

Mamdani admitted he had not brought up Obama endorsing him, saying, "frankly, in these final days, the only endorsement I'm looking for is from that of the people who call the city home."

Nov 03, 2025 at 05:04 PM EST

Mamdani looks back on ‘horrific decision’ he made

Zohran Mamdani discussed a "horrific decision" he'd made when he was younger, as he appeared on MSNBC on Monday.

Host Ari Melber had just played a collection of clips of the Democratic mayoral candidate for New York City speaking about affordability over the years, as he commented that Mamdani had "campaigned on affordability for a long time."

While Mamdani agreed, he first offered an apology for one the clips, in which he said he'd made the terrible decision he did not want to repeat.

"I think first I want to just apologize for the mustache that you showed in that hyper-cut," Mamdani said, smiling.

"Just a horrific decision that I made and the one that I'm not looking to repeat."

Nov 03, 2025 at 04:38 PM EST

Cuomo visits multiple senior centers across NYC in final push before election

Andrew Cuomo made several campaign stops to senior centers on Monday as he tries to shore up support ahead of tomorrow's election.

On his X account, he showed pictures of him meeting seniors at a center in Chinatown, before visiting Tilden Senior Center, in Brooklyn’s Brownsville neighborhood, where he was joined by his three daughters and State Assemblywoman Latrice Walker.

The senior and middle-aged voters are a key demographic for Cuomo, after rival Zohran Mamdani hoovered up the youth vote. However, the former governor is still essentially tied with Mamdani for the elderly vote.

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Nov 03, 2025 at 04:02 PM EST

Also in the news: Newsom rallies Californians to back redistricting reform ballot initiative

On the eve of Election Day, California Governor Gavin Newsom urged voters to support a ballot initiative that would overhaul how the state’s congressional districts are drawn. Speaking at a rally in San Francisco, Newsom framed the measure as a direct response to Republican-led redistricting efforts in states like Texas and Indiana.

Newsom criticized President Donald Trump’s influence on redistricting, calling him “historically unpopular” and predicting GOP losses in the 2026 midterms. “They poked the bear and the bear is poking back,” Newsom said, vowing California would lead the charge against partisan gerrymandering.

The initiative, if passed, would mark a significant shift in how California approaches congressional boundaries, with national implications for future elections.

Nov 03, 2025 at 03:49 PM EST

Jewish New Yorkers divided as mayoral race heads to ballot box

As New York City voters head to the polls Tuesday, the mayoral race carries significant weight for the city’s Jewish community. With Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani leading in recent polls, many Jewish voters are rallying behind independent candidate Andrew Cuomo, citing concerns over Mamdani’s past anti-Israel positions and rhetoric.

Marist and Quinnipiac surveys show Mamdani with a clear lead overall, but Cuomo holds a strong advantage among Jewish voters, earning 55–60% support. Several prominent rabbis and Jewish organizations have endorsed Cuomo, warning that Mamdani poses a threat to community security. A widely circulated letter signed by over 1,100 rabbis urged voters to reject anti-Zionist candidates.

Still, Mamdani has drawn support from progressive Jewish groups and clergy who argue his stance on Palestinian rights stems from moral conviction, not hostility. A counter-letter signed by more than 1,300 rabbis defended his candidacy, and groups like Jews for Racial and Economic Justice have actively campaigned on his behalf.

The split is also evident within Hasidic communities, where dueling endorsements have emerged. Meanwhile, Republican Curtis Sliwa has seen some of his supporters shift to Cuomo, viewing him as the more viable alternative to Mamdani.

With crime, housing, and education ranking as top concerns, Jewish voters are expected to play a pivotal role in the outcome. Agudath Israel has mobilized its members to vote, emphasizing civic duty over political alignment. Just over half of Jewish voters are expected to cast their ballots in person on Election Day.

Nov 03, 2025 at 03:36 PM EST

Cuomo visits Brownsville senior center with daughters ahead of election

Andrew M. Cuomo made a campaign stop Monday afternoon at a senior center in Brooklyn’s Brownsville neighborhood, where he was joined by his three daughters and State Assemblywoman Latrice Walker.

Speaking to a group of older New Yorkers gathered in the center’s auditorium, Cuomo emphasized his experience and commitment to protecting city services for seniors.

The visit was part of his final push across the five boroughs ahead of Tuesday’s mayoral election.

Nov 03, 2025 at 03:29 PM EST

Cuomo courts Staten Island voters over pizza and politics

As part of his five-borough campaign tour, Andrew Cuomo stopped at Joe and Pat’s Pizzeria on Staten Island Monday afternoon, sharing slices with supporters at the famed spot known for its thin-crust vodka pies. The visit, set against a quiet mid-afternoon backdrop, featured Cuomo engaging with voters over margherita and “tri-pie” pizzas.

Staten Island, despite having more registered Democrats, leans conservative and is represented by Republican Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis and a Republican borough president. Cuomo, running as an independent, is appealing to moderates and conservatives, arguing he’s the strongest candidate to defeat Democratic frontrunner Zohran Mamdani.

Nov 03, 2025 at 03:09 PM EST

Who is Zohran Mamdani’s wife? Rama Duwaji met him on Hinge

Rama Duwaji, 27, is an animator and illustrator based in Brooklyn, NYhttps://www.newsweek.com/zohran-mamdani-rama-duwaji-new-york-mayoral-race-2090385C. She is originally from Damascus, Syria.

According to her website, Duwaji uses "portraiture and movement" to "examine the nuances of sisterhood and communal experiences." She has worked with the likes of The New Yorker, Spotify and the Tate Modern.

In addition to her digital artwork, Duwaji also creates hand-built ceramics, making illustrated plates.

The pair met on the dating app Hinge, something that Mamdani revealed on The Bulwark podcast in support of his belief that there's "still hope in those dating apps."

With Mamdani's victory all but assured in the primary, Duwaji wrote on Instagram that she "couldn't possibly be prouder" of her husband. She shared a series of photos, including a photo booth strip of the pair, as well as a picture of her with an 'I voted early' sticker in front of a campaign poster for Mamdani.

The couple married earlier this year in a civil ceremony at the New York City Clerk's office.

Speaking to Interview Magazine about the day, Mamdani said of the building: "The outside is just so beautiful and reminiscent of a different New York City, and the inside is in many ways public goods personified. All of these New Yorkers getting married at the same time at different ages and at different times in their lives, it's very beautiful."

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Nov 03, 2025 at 03:02 PM EST

What has Mamdani said about Cuomo and Sliwa?

Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo have had an adversarial relationship with Cuomo trying to paint his rival as underqualified, and Mamdani pointing out the failures in Cuomo's term as governor.

Mamdani responded to recent criticism from Cuomo by saying: “To Mr. Cuomo, I have never had to resign in disgrace. I have never cut Medicaid. I have never stolen hundreds of millions of dollars from the M.T.A.,” he said. “I have never hounded the 13 women who credibly accused me of sexual harassment. I have never sued for their gynecological records, and I have never done those things because I am not you, Mr. Cuomo.”

He also took issue with Cuomo continually mispronouncing his name, saying, “furthermore, the name is Mamdani.”

Mamdani has meanwhile not said much about Sliwa outside of addressing some of his concerns during debates.

Nov 03, 2025 at 02:57 PM EST

What are Zohran Mamdani’s policy proposals?

Zohran Mamdani is running on a populist and progressive platform focused heavily on affordability by trying to alleviate the financial burdens on working-class New Yorkers. However, critics have alleged that his policies are lofty and will prove difficult, if not impossible, to implement.

To fund these initiatives, Mamdani has suggested raising taxes on large corporations and the wealthiest New Yorkers, something that would likely require cooperation with and support from Albany.

Key aspects of his platform include:

• Rent Freeze and Housing Construction: Mamdani promises to freeze rent for the more than 2 million residents in rent-stabilized units and launch construction of 200,000 union-built, 100 percent affordable homes over the next decade.
• Free, Fast Buses: The Mamdani campaign proposes making city buses fare-free and improving their speed through dedicated bus lanes and expanded service.
• Universal Child Care: Mamdani’s signature policy is providing free childcare for children from 5 weeks to 5 years old.
• City-Owned Grocery Stores: To tackle food insecurity and keep grocery prices low, Mamdani wants to create a network of city-owned stores, starting with one store in each borough as a pilot program.
• Department of Community Safety: Instead of traditional policing models, Mamdani proposes a new agency focusing on mental health programs, crisis response, and prevention of gun and hate violence.
• Strengthening Sanctuary Laws: Mamdani says he would not only maintain but strengthen New York’s sanctuary city protections for undocumented immigrants.
• Congestion Pricing and Transportation: Mamdani supports maintaining congestion pricing and expanding access for pedestrians within the congestion zone. He would also focus on cleaner streets and more efficient garbage collection.

Nov 03, 2025 at 02:55 PM EST

What to know about NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani

The New York City mayoral election has drawn national attention in a way it rarely has in years past as former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces off as an independent candidate with New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani and Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa.

Each candidate offers a competing vision for the city, with Mamdani holding a commanding lead going into election day. However, Cuomo and Sliwa remain committed to the race and will see it through to the end.

However, major issues such as housing, public safety, and affordability are expected to drive turnout and dominate future policy debates in City Hall, whichever candidate wins.

Read in full from Perter Aitken on Newsweek.

Nov 03, 2025 at 02:42 PM EST

Major drop in serious crime shortly before election

With just one day to go until the mayoral election, the monthly crime report from the New York Police Department (NYPD) shows there has been a significant drop in homicides and subway crime compared with the same month last year.

Murders were at half the rate of those reported in 2024, while murders across 2025 so far are down 19 percent. Subway crime was also down 14 percent.

There was also a reduction in shootings, with 50 reported in October, compared to more than 100 in the same month in 2021.

The stats are good news for whoever wins the election on Tuesday, with crime typically a key issue for the Mayor of New York.

Nov 03, 2025 at 02:27 PM EST

NYC mayoral candidates make final push as record early voting shakes up race

With Election Day just hours away, New York City’s mayoral contenders are making their closing arguments amid record-breaking early turnout. More than 735,000 voters checked in early—far surpassing the 2021 total of 170,000—with Sunday marking the highest single-day early voting since the practice began in 2019.

Democrat Zohran Mamdani, polling ahead of independent Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa, held a sunrise rally at City Hall, pledging to make government accessible to working-class New Yorkers. “Let them feel the light of City Hall when their late-night bus home is faster and freer,” he said.

Cuomo, campaigning in the Bronx, emphasized his experience and warned against electing a political newcomer. “Your first job should not be mayor of the city of New York,” he said, while also criticizing President Trump’s threats to federalize city governance.

Sliwa, speaking at a Coney Island subway stop, positioned himself as the public safety candidate. “Even my adversaries know they can’t match my experience in the subways,” he said.

All three candidates are crisscrossing the five boroughs on Monday, aiming to sway undecided voters before polls open Tuesday.

Nov 03, 2025 at 02:14 PM EST

Final Atlas poll shows tightening NYC mayoral race

The final Atlas Poll ahead of Tuesday’s election shows Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani leading with 43.9% of the vote, a 3.3-point gain since October 30. Independent candidate Andrew Cuomo has surged to 39.4%, narrowing the gap to just 4.5 points after gaining 5.4 points in the same period.

Republican Curtis Sliwa saw a sharp decline, dropping 8.6 percentage points, which has helped tighten the race between Mamdani and Cuomo. The poll underscores a late shift in voter momentum as New Yorkers prepare to choose their next mayor.

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Nov 03, 2025 at 02:14 PM EST

Cuomo’s approval ratings: From pandemic highs to scandal-driven lows

Andrew Cuomo’s tenure as New York governor saw dramatic swings in public approval, peaking during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic and plummeting amid scandal. In spring 2020, Cuomo earned widespread praise for his crisis leadership, with one Siena College poll showing that 87% of New Yorkers approved of his pandemic response.

By late 2020 and into 2021, however, his ratings fell sharply following accusations of undercounting nursing home deaths and multiple allegations of sexual misconduct. In August 2021, just before his resignation, polls showed his approval rating had dropped to 28%—the lowest of his time in office.

Cuomo’s fluctuating popularity reflected the volatile political landscape and the impact of both crisis management and personal controversy on public perception.

Nov 03, 2025 at 02:01 PM EST

NYC crime drops ahead of election as candidates clash over public safety plans

With just one day until voters choose New York City’s next mayor, the NYPD released its October crime report showing significant declines in shootings, homicides, and subway crime compared to last year. Killings were cut in half from October 2024, subway crime dropped 14 percent, and the city recorded 50 shooting victims—far fewer than the monthly totals seen in 2021. Year-to-date, murders are down more than 19 percent.

The falling crime rates have become a flashpoint in the mayoral race. Republican Curtis Sliwa and independent Andrew Cuomo argue the trend could reverse under Democratic frontrunner Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani, once a vocal critic of the NYPD, has pledged to retain Commissioner Jessica Tisch and preserve current staffing levels, while his opponents call for hiring thousands more officers.

Nov 03, 2025 at 01:48 PM EST

Trump threatens NYC funding if Mamdani wins, sparks backlash from candidates

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In a “60 Minutes” interview aired Sunday, President Donald Trump warned he may withhold federal funding from New York City if Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is elected. Calling Mamdani “far worse than a socialist,” Trump said, “If you have a communist running New York, all you're doing is wasting the money you're sending there.”

Mamdani, a Queens assemblyman, has proposed sweeping affordability measures, including free child care, rent freezes, and fare-free buses. He dismissed Trump’s remarks, saying federal funding is guaranteed by law, not presidential discretion.

Andrew Cuomo, Mamdani’s main rival, also weighed in, claiming Trump would “take over” the city if Mamdani wins. Trump rejected the accusation as “crazy,” but reiterated his preference for Cuomo, saying, “I’m not a fan of Cuomo… but I’ll pick the bad Democrat over a communist.”

Nov 03, 2025 at 01:34 PM EST

NYC mayoral candidates make final push as record early voting ends

On the eve of Election Day, New York City’s mayoral candidates fanned out across the five boroughs Monday, capping a race that has already drawn record early turnout. More than 735,000 voters cast ballots during the early voting period, including 151,000 on Sunday alone.

Republican Curtis Sliwa marked the final day with a visit to the Coney Island subway station, where Debrina Kawam was fatally attacked last year, highlighting his campaign’s focus on public safety. “This day is dedicated to a victim who represents all victims of violent crime,” he said.

Independent candidate Andrew Cuomo continued his five-borough bus tour, stopping in the Bronx and pledging to unite moderates and undecided voters. “New Yorkers want change—I can bring it,” he told supporters.

Democratic frontrunner Zohran Mamdani led a sunrise march across the Brooklyn Bridge, joined by allies before delivering a closing speech at City Hall focused on affordability. “Let them feel the light of City Hall,” he said, invoking his vision for a more livable city.

Polls open Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Nov 03, 2025 at 01:20 PM EST

NYC sets early voting record ahead of mayoral election

New York City saw unprecedented early voting turnout in the race for its next mayor, with more than 735,000 residents casting ballots over nine days. The final day alone drew 151,000 voters, capping the highest early in-person participation for a nonpresidential election in city history.

Brooklyn led with over 243,000 check-ins, followed by Manhattan at 212,000 and Queens at 166,000. The surge in civic engagement has energized all three major candidates—Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa—who each claimed momentum heading into Tuesday’s decisive vote.

Nov 03, 2025 at 01:07 PM EST

Mamdani said he’s open to meeting with Trump

Zohran Mamdani said that he would be open to speaking with, and even meeting President Donald Trump, if it helped New Yorkers.

The Democratic New York City mayoral candidate said that he was prepared to have "that conversation around cost of living, if the president ever wants to."

However, Mamdani said he was prepared to fight the president if he began to push policies that harm New Yorkers.

“If the president wants to have a conversation about hurting New Yorkers, about sending more ICE agents here to terrorize families, about cuts that we’ve seen, whether it be taking from the city budget or suspending funding for city schools or threatening $18 billion in infrastructure grants being withheld, that’s not something I’m going to go along with. That’s something that I’m going to fight," he added.

Nov 03, 2025 at 12:53 PM EST

Billionaires spending thousands to millions to stop Mamdani from getting elected

Zohran Mamdani, who is ahead in every New York City mayoral election poll, has promised to tax the rich and make NYC more affordable - prompting some of the city's wealthiest to threaten to leave if he wins.

Meanwhile, other billionaires have put their money where their mouth is, and have invested heavily to back Andrew Cuomo in the race.

The billionaires who've spent more than $100,000 in the race since the June primary, according to Business Insider, include:

• Michael Bloomberg – $5 million
• Joe Gebbia – $2 million
• Bill Ackman – $1.25 million
• Ronald Lauder – $1.25 million
• William Lauder – $500,000
• Steve Wynn – $500,000
• Daniel Loeb – $350,000
• Barry Diller – $250,000
• Alice Walton –$100,000
• Laurie Tisch – $100,000

Nov 03, 2025 at 12:39 PM EST

2025 NYC Mayoral Election: What to know about voting

More than 730,00 ballots have been cast ahead of Tuesday’s New York City mayoral election, according to the city Board of Elections, in a contest that has garnered national attention.

The ballot features Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, independent candidate and former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and Republican Curtis Sliwa.

Here’s what voters need to know about voting in the nation’s biggest city on Election Day.

How to Know If You're Registered to Vote

Voters had to register by October 25 to be eligible to vote in Tuesday’s election. To check an individual's registration, residents can go to the New York City’s Board of Elections registered voter search page and fill out their name, date of birth, borough, and zip code. To check, voters can access the page here: https://amiregistered.vote.nyc/.

According to the New York State Board of Elections November data, there are at least 5.1 million people registered to vote in New York City. In recent mayoral elections, around 1 million votes were cast. This election is expected to surpass that as by the end of the ninth day of early voting, November 2, the city Board of Elections had tallied 735,317 votes cast.

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Nov 03, 2025 at 12:26 PM EST

WATCH: Zohran Mamdani met with cheers during speech at New York City Marathon

Nov 03, 2025 at 12:13 PM EST

Sliwa honors victim of Coney Island subway attack ahead of election

Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa visited the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue subway station Monday morning to lay a wreath in memory of Debrina Kawam, who was killed in a fatal burning attack at the site last year.

The tribute comes one day before New Yorkers head to the polls.

A suspect was arrested following the incident and charged with multiple counts, including first- and second-degree murder. He has pleaded not guilty.

Nov 03, 2025 at 11:58 AM EST

Cuomo rallies Hispanic voters in Washington Heights

At a campaign stop in Washington Heights on Monday, Andrew Cuomo addressed a small crowd of supporters through a megaphone, joined by Rev. Rubén Díaz Sr., a former city councilman known for his conservative stance on social issues.

Speaking in Spanish, Díaz urged the predominantly Hispanic audience to help “protect New York City from a socialist,” referencing Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani. The crowd responded with Spanish chants.

Nov 03, 2025 at 11:57 AM EST

WATCH: Teamsters march with Mamdani across the Brooklyn Bridge

Nov 03, 2025 at 11:54 AM EST

Cuomo warns a vote for Mamdani, is a vote for Trump trying to ‘take over’ NYC

Former New York governor, and independent mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo, claimed on Monday that a vote for "poser" Zohran Mamdani, was a vote for President Donald Trump trying to "take over" New York City.

"If you want President Trump to try to take over the city - national guard on streets, choking federal funding - vote for @ZohranKMamdani because Trump just said he will be coming and this poser @ZohranKMamdani won’t be able to stop him," he wrote in a post on X.

"That is a fact. The next Mayor has to be able to get us more, not ensure our demise. I am the only person in this race who can do that," he added.

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Nov 03, 2025 at 11:50 AM EST

Mamdani joined by scores of supporters for sunrise walk across Brooklyn Bridge in final push before election

Democrat New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani was joined by dozens of supporters, including labor leaders and elected officials, for a sunrise walk across Brooklyn Bridge as part of his campaign's final push before elections on Tuesday.

"Early this morning, our city still in darkness, I set off to walk the Brooklyn Bridge," Mamdani said on X.

" As the sun came up, we were joined by canvassers, labor leaders, elected officials, working people — a movement to bring a new day to our city. Tomorrow, we win it together.

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Nov 03, 2025 at 11:42 AM EST

Cuomo: ‘Trump didn’t endorse me’

Andrew Cuomo pushed back Monday against President Trump’s recent comments suggesting he’d prefer Cuomo over Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race. “Trump didn’t endorse me,” Cuomo said. “He said he’d take a bad Democrat over Mamdani. I happen to be a good Democrat and a proud Democrat.”

Running as an independent after losing the Democratic primary, Cuomo highlighted the need for a mayor who can challenge Trump and secure federal support for the city. His remarks follow Trump’s warning that he may withhold funding if Mamdani wins Tuesday’s election.

Nov 03, 2025 at 11:29 AM EST

Cuomo targets Latino voters

Campaigning in heavily Hispanic neighborhoods Monday morning, Andrew Cuomo drew sharp comparisons between Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani and failed socialist regimes abroad. “Socialism did not work in Venezuela. Socialism did not work in Cuba,” Cuomo told voters, warning against Mamdani’s platform.

The strategy echoes Republican efforts last year—including President Trump’s Bronx rally—to sway Latino voters by invoking Latin American political turmoil. With polls showing Mamdani in the lead, Cuomo’s path to victory may hinge on winning back Latino voters who shifted right in recent cycles.

Nov 03, 2025 at 11:16 AM EST

Trump threatens NYC funding if Mamdani wins mayoral race

President Donald Trump said he would be hesitant to send federal funding to New York City if Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani is elected mayor, calling him a “Communist” in a televised interview. Trump, who grew up in Queens, added that supporting Mamdani would be “wasting the money you’re sending there.”

The city received $7.4 billion in federal funding this fiscal year. Trump’s remarks follow his administration’s repeated efforts to cut grants to Democratic-led cities and come as Mamdani leads former Governor Andrew Cuomo in most polls ahead of Tuesday’s vote.

Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist, dismissed Trump’s comments, saying New York needs “an alternative” to the president’s politics. Cuomo, running as an independent, has positioned himself as the candidate best equipped to confront Trump, citing his record during the pandemic.

The exchange underscores the national stakes of the mayoral race, with Trump weighing in and federal resources potentially at stake.

Nov 03, 2025 at 11:02 AM EST

NYC Election Day 2025: What voters need to know before heading to the polls

New Yorkers across all five boroughs are casting ballots Tuesday in a high-stakes mayoral race and several key citywide contests. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., and voters will select candidates for mayor, public advocate, comptroller, city council, and district attorney.

Absentee ballots must be postmarked by November 4 or delivered in person to any poll site or local board of elections by 9 p.m. Monday, November 3, was the final day to apply in person for an absentee ballot.

To vote in New York City, residents must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and have lived in the city for at least 30 days. Teenagers 16 and older can preregister to vote and will be automatically enrolled once they turn 18.

Voters experiencing issues at polling sites—such as accessibility barriers, long lines, or ballot problems—can report them to the Board of Elections by calling (866) 868-3692.

Nov 03, 2025 at 10:50 AM EST

Satmar endorsement of Mamdani sparks internal rift ahead of NYC election

A surprise endorsement of Zohran Mamdani by Rabbi Moshe Indig, a key figure in the Satmar Ahronim sect, has triggered backlash within the Hasidic community just days before New York City’s mayoral election. Indig’s public support for Mamdani, the Democratic nominee, was swiftly rejected by three other Ahronim leaders, who reaffirmed their backing of independent candidate Andrew Cuomo.

The split highlights deep divisions over Mamdani’s candidacy, particularly among Jewish voters wary of his past anti-Israel statements. Mamdani has made quiet overtures to Haredi leaders, pledging support for yeshivas and family-focused policies like universal childcare and affordable housing.

Brooklyn’s Haredi communities, with roughly 80,000 voters, remain a powerful bloc. If Mamdani wins, it would mark the third straight mayoral race where the Ahronim’s political arm backed the eventual victor—despite opposition from other Hasidic factions.

Nov 03, 2025 at 10:37 AM EST

From Kampala intern to NYC frontrunner: Mamdani’s global rise

Zohran Mamdani’s journey from a curious teenager in a Ugandan newsroom to the front-runner in New York City’s mayoral race has captivated observers across continents. Mentored in 2007 at Kampala’s Daily Monitor, Mamdani was known for his deep curiosity and ambition to become a top reporter. His mentors recall nightly conversations with his father, renowned academic Mahmood Mamdani, about current affairs.

Now 34, Mamdani could become the city’s first Muslim and first mayor of Indian descent. Born in Uganda and naturalized as a U.S. citizen in 2018, he has built a campaign around affordability, public transit, and taxing the wealthy. His rise has drawn endorsements from Democratic leaders and criticism from Republicans, including President Trump, who falsely questioned his citizenship.

Some see Mamdani’s ascent in Uganda as a symbol of global possibility, though analysts note such a political trajectory would be far more complex to achieve back home. As Election Day nears, his candidacy continues to challenge norms—both in New York and abroad.

Nov 03, 2025 at 10:24 AM EST

Cuomo calls race tight despite Mamdani’s lead in polls, downplays 2021 harassment allegations

Speaking on La Mega radio Monday morning, Andrew Cuomo insisted the New York City mayoral race remains “very tight.”

The independent candidate’s remarks come despite most polls showing Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani with a double-digit lead heading into Election Day.

Cuomo has continued to campaign aggressively, hoping to sway undecided voters in the final hours.

During the interview, Cuomo also dismissed the sexual harassment allegations that led to his 2021 resignation as purely “political.” The independent mayoral candidate also said that all cases against him had been dropped, despite ongoing litigation.

Nov 03, 2025 at 10:11 AM EST

Trump’s Cuomo endorsement sparks Mamdani rebuke

With Election Day approaching, Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani seized on President Trump’s tepid endorsement of rival Andrew Cuomo, framing it as confirmation of Cuomo’s alignment with the president.

In a “60 Minutes” interview aired Sunday, Trump said he would back Cuomo over Mamdani, whom he falsely labeled a communist. “I’m not a fan of Cuomo one way or another,” Trump said, “but if it’s going to be between a bad Democrat and a communist, I’m going to pick the bad Democrat.”

Mamdani responded swiftly on social media: “Congratulations, Andrew Cuomo. I know how hard you worked for this.” He reiterated his stance Monday during a sunrise walk to City Hall, saying, “The answer to a Donald Trump presidency is not to create its mirror image here in City Hall.”

Cuomo, who lost the Democratic primary to Mamdani in June, has denied any allegiance to Trump but has courted Republican voters in recent weeks. Trump, now a Florida resident, has remained vocal about the race but declined to endorse GOP nominee Curtis Sliwa, calling him “not exactly prime-time.”

Nov 03, 2025 at 09:58 AM EST

NYC mayoral race highlights deep divide on gifted education and class size

As New York City prepares to elect its next mayor, education—its largest budget item—has remained largely absent from the campaign’s spotlight. The exception: gifted education, a contentious issue that has sparked sharp disagreement between the two frontrunners, Democrat Zohran Mamdani and independent Andrew Cuomo.

Only a small fraction of the city’s 900,000 public school students are enrolled in gifted programs, yet these “gated” classrooms have become a flashpoint for parents and policymakers. Mamdani wants to eliminate gifted programs for kindergarteners and delay identification until third grade, citing equity concerns and flawed testing methods. Cuomo, by contrast, supports expanding access and increasing the number of seats for accelerated learners.

Research has cast doubt on the academic benefits of gifted programs, with studies showing little difference in outcomes compared to general education. Critics also point to racial disparities, with gifted classrooms disproportionately filled by white and Asian students.

Beyond gifted education, class size looms as another significant challenge. A 2022 state law mandates smaller classes by 2028, requiring the city to hire roughly 18,000 new teachers. Mamdani has proposed subsidizing teacher training through tuition aid, but his plan would only add about 1,000 educators annually—far short of the need.

With limited space and staffing, scaling high-quality instruction remains a steep hurdle. As voters head to the polls, the next mayor will face mounting pressure to address these systemic gaps in the nation’s most extensive school system.

Nov 03, 2025 at 09:45 AM EST

Zohran Mamdani heads into Election Day with momentum and scrutiny

With less than 24 hours until polls open, Zohran Mamdani is poised for another major political upset after his 13-point primary win over Andrew Cuomo. The 34-year-old state assemblyman has energized a younger, progressive base while unsettling New York’s business elite and drawing sharp criticism from segments of the city’s Jewish community over his past statements on Israel.

Since June, Mamdani has faced intensified media attention and opposition research, which have revealed controversial aspects of his background and past positions. His campaign has responded by emphasizing transparency and contrasting his record with Cuomo’s, who resigned as governor in 2021 amid sexual harassment allegations.

Mamdani has also shown signs of moderation, pledging to retain NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, support new jail construction, and avoid income tax hikes on the wealthy—moves that have distanced him from the Democratic Socialists of America. This group helped launch his political career.

Meanwhile, tensions with President Trump have escalated, with the president threatening to cut federal funding if Mamdani wins. Mamdani has vowed to resist authoritarian overreach while remaining open to collaboration on economic issues.

Nov 03, 2025 at 09:32 AM EST

NYC sees record early voting ahead of high-stakes mayoral election

New York City has recorded its highest early voting turnout for a non-presidential election, with 735,317 check-ins over nine days, according to the Board of Elections. The surge marks a dramatic increase from 2021, when just under 170,000 voters cast early ballots in the general mayoral race.

Brooklyn led the boroughs with 243,737 early votes, followed by Manhattan with 212,679 and Queens with 166,519. The Bronx and Staten Island each saw more than 50,000 check-ins.

The spike in participation reflects growing voter engagement as New Yorkers prepare to elect a new mayor. Democrat Zohran Mamdani, independent Andrew Cuomo, and Republican Curtis Sliwa are vying to replace outgoing Mayor Eric Adams. Polls show Mamdani maintaining a lead, though some indicate Cuomo is gaining ground.

Voters will also decide on six ballot proposals and fill key city offices, including public advocate, comptroller, borough presidents, City Council seats, and judges. Polls open Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Nov 03, 2025 at 09:19 AM EST

NYC mayoral candidates outline plans to tackle affordability crisis

As New York City grapples with soaring rents and child care costs that can exceed $20,000 annually, mayoral candidates are proposing sharply different solutions to ease the financial burden on residents.

Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani pledges to freeze rents for over 2 million tenants in rent-stabilized units and launch construction of 200,000 union-built, fully affordable homes. His plan centers on public-sector-led development and zoning reform to boost housing supply.

Independent candidate Andrew Cuomo emphasizes supply and tax relief. He proposes building 50,000 affordable homes in his first year, reviving 25,000 rent-stabilized units, and capping property taxes at 2 percent for struggling homeowners. Cuomo also calls for eliminating income taxes for low earners and raising the threshold for the real estate transfer tax.

Republican Curtis Sliwa focuses on stabilizing property taxes and unlocking vacant rent-stabilized apartments. He aims to work with small landlords to identify barriers to occupancy and expand affordable housing options quickly.

With affordability a top concern for voters, each candidate is betting their approach will resonate as New Yorkers head to the polls.

Nov 03, 2025 at 09:16 AM EST

Sliwa edges Cuomo among new NYC voters, poll shows

In a new AtlasIntel poll of New York City voters who did not participate in the 2021 mayoral election, Republican Curtis Sliwa leads independent candidate Andrew Cuomo by four points, 21% to 17%.

Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani dominates the field with 63%.

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Nov 03, 2025 at 09:03 AM EST

How will Trump respond to Mamdani’s election win? Five potential scenerios

In the months since Zohran Mamdani’s surprise victory in the Democratic primary to run for New York City mayor, President Donald Trump has ramped up his attacks on the man on the verge of becoming the leader of the nation’s largest city.

Trump has branded Mamdani a “communist,” questioned his citizenship and threatened to arrest him. Beyond that, the president has suggested he would withhold federal funding or deploy federal troops to New York City if Mamdani is elected mayor.

“As President of the United States, I’m not going to let this Communist Lunatic destroy New York,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social site in July. “Rest assured, I hold all the levers, and have all the cards.”

Read the full story by Khaleda Rahman on Newsweek.

Nov 03, 2025 at 08:50 AM EST

Hochul canvasses for housing ballot measures amid City Council pushback

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Governor Kathy Hochul made a campaign stop on Manhattan’s Upper East Side on Monday to rally support for three controversial ballot measures aimed at easing housing development in New York City. The proposals, which supporters say would streamline zoning and accelerate affordable housing construction, have drawn sharp opposition from most City Council members.

Joining Hochul were Councilman Keith Powers—one of the few council members backing the measures—alongside Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and City Comptroller Brad Lander. Levine is also the Democratic nominee for comptroller in the upcoming election.

Nov 03, 2025 at 08:37 AM EST

Off-year elections offer early test ahead of 2026 midterms

Millions of voters across the country are casting ballots this week in key off-year elections, with contests in New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and California offering an early gauge of public sentiment ahead of the 2026 midterms.

In New York City, a high-profile mayoral race has drawn national attention, while voters in California are weighing a redistricting measure that could reshape the state’s congressional map and influence the balance of power in Washington. Races in New Jersey and Virginia will also test party strength in competitive suburban districts.

A backdrop of economic anxiety and political division heightens the stakes. A new ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll shows two-thirds of Americans believe the country is on the wrong track, with majorities expressing dissatisfaction with both major parties. The poll also found that more than 60% of Americans disapprove of President Trump’s handling of the economy and federal governance.

Meanwhile, a federal government shutdown continues, with partisan gridlock stalling funding negotiations and freezing pay for hundreds of thousands of workers. Tuesday’s results could send a message to lawmakers and shape the political landscape heading into 2026.

Nov 03, 2025 at 08:23 AM EST

NYC mayoral candidates target key voter blocs as election day arrives

With early voting closed and Election Day underway, New York City’s mayoral candidates are making final appeals to a diverse electorate that could reshape the city’s political map. More than four times as many voters cast early ballots this year compared to 2021, including over 107,000 newly registered voters.

Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani leads in most polls by double digits over independent candidate Andrew Cuomo, with Republican Curtis Sliwa trailing. Mamdani’s campaign has focused on expanding its reach beyond traditional Democratic strongholds, building a coalition that includes faith communities, Black voters, South Asians, young progressives, and moderate Republicans.

Jewish voters have emerged as a flashpoint amid the Israel-Hamas war, with Cuomo attacking Mamdani’s criticism of Israel and Mamdani defending his stance as rooted in human rights. Mamdani, who is Muslim, has also faced Islamophobic attacks, prompting support from civil rights leaders and Muslim communities across the city.

Cuomo continues to court Black voters, especially older residents, while Mamdani has gained endorsements from prominent Black leaders and spent months visiting churches to close generational gaps in support.

South Asian turnout has surged, with Mamdani drawing enthusiastic crowds and endorsements from national figures like Rep. Ro Khanna. Cuomo’s outreach to the bloc has been less effective, drawing criticism for missteps in messaging.

Young voters have rallied behind Mamdani’s promises of rent freezes and systemic reform. At the same time, Cuomo has appealed to conservative and independent voters, especially on Staten Island, with backing from several Republican lawmakers.

Nov 03, 2025 at 08:10 AM EST

Mamdani rallies supporters at City Hall in Sunrise march across Brooklyn Bridge

Zohran Mamdani marked the final hours of his mayoral campaign with a symbolic sunrise walk across the Brooklyn Bridge, culminating in a speech at City Hall that framed his candidacy as the beginning of a new chapter for New York City.

Joined by Attorney General Letitia James, Comptroller Brad Lander, and a crowd of energized supporters chanting “tax the rich,” Mamdani stood on the steps of City Hall and reflected on his journey. “We stand on the verge of ushering in a new day for our city,” he said, noting that he began the race polling at just one percent.

Nov 03, 2025 at 07:57 AM EST

Mamdani pushes back after Trump endorses Cuomo in NYC mayoral race

President Trump’s endorsement of Andrew Cuomo in Sunday’s “60 Minutes” interview has drawn a sharp rebuke from Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani, who warned that Cuomo would not challenge the president’s influence if elected.

“The answer to a Donald Trump presidency is not to create its mirror image here in City Hall,” Mamdani said in a statement Monday. “It is to create an alternative that can speak to what New Yorkers are so desperate to see in their own city and what they find in themselves and their neighbors every day — a city that believes in the dignity of everyone who calls this place home.”

Cuomo, running as an independent, has positioned himself as a centrist alternative to Mamdani’s progressive platform. Trump’s public support adds a new layer to the race just one day before voters head to the polls.

Nov 03, 2025 at 07:44 AM EST

Election Day 2025: NYC mayoral showdown tops races to watch

As Election Day 2025 approaches, voters across the country are eyeing pivotal contests in New York City, New Jersey, Virginia, and California — races that could signal political momentum heading into next year’s midterms.

In New York City, a rare three-way mayoral race has drawn national attention, including from President Trump. Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state Assemblyman from Queens, leads the field after defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo in a surprising primary upset. Mamdani’s grassroots affordability campaign has energized progressive voters and shattered fundraising records, hitting the city’s $8 million matching funds cap in early September.

Cuomo, running as an independent, gained traction in October after outgoing Mayor Eric Adams dropped out and endorsed him. Adams, who faced federal corruption charges and later saw them dismissed, had polled in the single digits before exiting the race.

Republican Curtis Sliwa, back on the ballot after his 2021 run, remains a long shot. Some GOP figures have urged him to step aside to boost Cuomo’s chances, though Sliwa has stayed in, campaigning on public safety.

Recent polling shows Mamdani with a strong lead, and early voting has surged — over 730,000 ballots cast since October 25, far outpacing 2021’s early turnout. If elected, Mamdani would be the city’s first Muslim mayor and its second-youngest ever.

Also on the ballot: all 51 City Council seats and a proposal to align local elections with presidential cycles.

Nov 03, 2025 at 07:31 AM EST

NYC mayoral candidates blitz boroughs ahead of Election Day

With Election Day looming, New York City's top mayoral contenders are making their final appeals to voters in a race that has captivated the five boroughs. Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, independent candidate Andrew Cuomo, and Republican Curtis Sliwa spent Monday crisscrossing neighborhoods in a last-minute push to energize their bases.

Mamdani, 34, who would become the city’s first Muslim mayor, has maintained a high-energy campaign focused on affordability and grassroots engagement. After his surprise primary win over Cuomo, Mamdani has leaned into viral videos and in-person outreach, including dancing with seniors on the Lower East Side.

Cuomo, 67, is seeking a political comeback four years after stepping down as governor amid sexual harassment allegations, which he denies. Running as an independent, he’s recently courted Republican voters in areas like Brighton Beach, positioning himself as a centrist alternative to Mamdani.

Sliwa, known for founding the Guardian Angels and his decades on local radio, has canvassed subways and streets in his trademark red beret. His campaign centers on public safety and aims to disrupt the Democratic frontrunners.

The race to replace outgoing Mayor Eric Adams concludes Tuesday, with all three candidates vying for a last-minute surge at the polls.

Nov 03, 2025 at 07:18 AM EST

Zohran Mamdani leads NYC mayoral polls as election nears

With less than a week until New York City voters choose their next mayor, Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani holds a consistent lead over former Governor Andrew Cuomo in a series of recent polls. Unlike the ranked-choice format used in the primary, the general election will be decided in a single round.

Surveys conducted between October 10 and 30 show Mamdani ahead by margins ranging from 7 to 26 points. Emerson College’s poll, sponsored by PIX 11 and The Hill, recorded Mamdani’s strongest performance, placing him 25 points above Cuomo. Other reputable pollsters, including Quinnipiac University, Marist College, and Suffolk University, also show double-digit advantages for Mamdani.

Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa remains in the race despite polling in the low-to-mid teens. Eric Adams and other hypothetical contenders appear in select matchups but do not significantly alter Mamdani’s lead.

The primary polls earlier this year underestimated Mamdani’s support, with most showing Cuomo ahead. However, Mamdani surged in the final weeks and ultimately secured the nomination with over 56 percent of the vote after ranked-choice tabulation.

Nov 03, 2025 at 07:05 AM EST

60 Minutes: What Donald Trump Said About Zohran Mamdani

Norah O'Donnell of CBS' "60 Minutes" asked President Donald Trump about the prospect of Zohran Mamdani winning the New York City mayoral election during an interview that aired Sunday.

Trump interjected when O'Donnell described Mamdani as a democratic socialist.

"Communist, not socialist. Communist. He's far worse than a socialist," Trump said.

O'Donnell noted that some observers had seen similarities between the two, despite their substantial political differences, in that they are both charismatic breakers of the old rules. She asked what Trump thought of that.

"Well, I think I'm a much better looking person than him, right?" Trump replied.

Trump then sharply criticized former Democratic Mayor of NYC Bill de Blasio, calling him the "worst mayor in history". O'Donnell asked what happens if Mamdani becomes mayor, as it appears he will.

"I think he's probably gonna make de Blasio look great," Trump said.

"I think he will make de Blasio look like one of our great mayors. De Blasio was the worst mayor we've ever had. Now I saw that, you know, but I was sort of leaving during that period of time.

"I got to see de Blasio, how bad a mayor he was, and this man will do a worse job than de Blasio by far. And it's gonna be hard for me as the president to give a lot of money to New York. Because if you have a Communist running New York, all you're doing is wasting the money you're sending there.

"So I don't know that he's won, and I'm not a fan of [Andrew] Cuomo one way or the other, but if it's gonna be between a bad Democrat and a Communist, I'm gonna pick the bad Democrat all the time, to be honest with you."

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:48 AM EST

NYC Mayoral Election Results Prediction: Zohran Mamdani Will Win, Market Says

Polymarket, one of the world's leading prediction markets, has Zohran Mamdani's chances of winning the 2025 NYC mayoral election at 95 percent as of Monday morning, in line with his very strong polling numbers.

Around $367,952,433 has been traded in the NYC mayoral election market on Polymarket at the time of writing.

Andrew Cuomo has a 5 percent chance, according to the market. Curtis Sliwa has close to a zero percent chance of winning.

Kalshi, a rival prediction market platform, gives Mamdani a marginally less favorable outlook—a mere 93 percent chance of victory. Kalshi's NYC mayoral market has seen around $71,472,073 traded so far.

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:37 AM EST

Zohran Mamdani on X: ‘Our Time Is Now’

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Nov 03, 2025 at 06:31 AM EST

What to Know About NYC Mayoral Candidate Andrew Cuomo

Andrew Cuomo, 67, is a veteran Democrat and the son of former New York Governor Mario Cuomo.

The younger Cuomo was himself governor of New York for 10 years, until August 2021, when his tenure ended amid the coronavirus pandemic. Before that, Cuomo was New York Attorney General and HUD Secretary in the Clinton administration.

As a young man, Cuomo trained as a lawyer before moving into housing advocacy in New York City, and then entering the Clinton administration, first as assistant HUD secretary before rising to the top post in the department.

Cuomo resigned as Governor of New York in August 2021 following a report from the state attorney general’s office that found he sexually harassed 11 women. The investigation detailed a pattern of misconduct, including inappropriate comments and unwanted physical contact, leading to widespread calls for his resignation from both parties. Cuomo denied the allegations but stepped down amid mounting political pressure.

Cuomo lost to Mamdani in the Democratic primary for the New York City mayoral election and chose to run instead as an independent, arguing that Mamdani's democratic socialist beliefs and relative inexperience are a threat to the city's safety, prosperity, and unity.

His platform includes pledges to increase the NYPD by 5,000 officers and crack down on petty and nuisance crime, build more housing of all types in the city, combat antisemitism more strongly in New York, reduce class sizes, and guarantee universal 3-K childcare.

Nov 03, 2025 at 06:14 AM EST

Andrew Cuomo Swipes at Mamdani Over Jeremy Corbyn Phone Bank

Andrew Cuomo took aim at Zohran Mamdani over the former British Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn phone banking for him with the Democratic Socialists of America in New York. Corbyn's Labour tenure was dogged by accusations of antisemitism leveled against him and his allies within the party. Corbyn always denied harboring or tolerating any antisemitic beliefs.

Cuomo has emphasized Mamdani's pro-Palestinian views and criticism of Israel in a bid to win over Jewish voters in New York, even accusing his socialist opponent of holding "blatantly antisemitic" views. Mamdani has strongly rejected Cuomo's accusations of antisemitism, characterizing it as cynical electioneering.

"Having Jeremy Corbyn - someone whose party was found to have committed unlawful acts of discrimination against Jewish people under his leadership - phone-banking for @ZohranKMamdani says everything you need to know," Cuomo said in a Sunday evening post on X.

"NY doesn’t need politics of moral compromise. We need leadership that rejects antisemitism, extremism, and division in every form and in every corner."

A spokesperson for the Mamdani campaign told Politico in October that “Zohran will be a mayor who stands with Jewish New Yorkers, not one who tries to weaponize their pain for craven political gain."

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Nov 03, 2025 at 05:40 AM EST

What to Know About NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani

Zohran Kwame Mamdani, 34, is a Uganda-born naturalized U.S. citizen who was raised in New York City. His father is a Ugandan-Indian academic and his mother is an Indian filmmaker.

He attended Bowdoin College and majored in Africana Studies. After graduation, he became a housing counselor in New York City with Chhaya, fighting against foreclosures. In 2020, he sought office, winning an election as a New York State Assemblymember.

Mamdani, a Muslim, advocates for social justice causes, identifies as a democratic socialist, and sits on the hard left of the Democratic Party.

He is running for the city's mayoralty on a platform that includes freezing rents for rent-stabilized apartments, fare-free public buses, free childcare, and city-owned not-for-profit grocery stores—paid for, he says, by hiking the corporate tax rate and adding a 2 percent flat tax on those earning over $1 million a year.

Nov 03, 2025 at 04:51 AM EST

Latest Polls One Day Before NYC Mayoral Election

Overall, Real Clear Polling puts Mamdani's average poll lead over Cuomo at 14.7 points. And looking at some of the most recent polling, it's clear why.

Marist University's poll of 792 likely voters between October 24 to 28 had Mamdani up 16 points over Cuomo, at 48 percent to 32 percent. Sliwa was at 16 percent.

Beacon Research/Shaw & Company Research polled 971 likely voters for Fox News between October 24 to 28 and also gave Mamdani a 16-point lead at 47 percent to Cuomo's 31 percent, with Sliwa trailing far behind at 15 percent.

Emerson College gave Mamdani the biggest lead of all at 26 points. They polled 640 likely voters between October 25 to 27 and put Mamdani at 51 percent, Cuomo at 26 percent, and Sliwa at 21 percent.

The most recent poll, however, had Mamdani's lead much lower than others.

AtlasIntel polled 1,587 likely voters between October 25 to 30 and had Mamdani at a six-point advantage over Cuomo—still healthy, but much less emphatic than other polling.

Mamdani was on 41 percent, Cuomo 34 percent, and Sliwa 24 percent.

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