President Donald Trump endorsed Andrew Cuomo's independent candidacy for mayor of New York City, stating Cuomo could win the election. Trump commented that while he respects Cuomo's chances, he refrained from choosing between him and other candidates. Cuomo was initially favored in the Democratic primary but lost to Zohran Mamdani. The article highlights Trump's criticisms of Mamdani as well as the past conflicts he had with Cuomo during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cuomo's announcement to run comes amidst a crowded race that includes Republican Curtis Sliwa and current Mayor Eric Adams.
Trump expressed support for Cuomo's independent run for New York City mayor, saying, "I think he should stay. I think he has a shot at winning." This statement marks a surprising endorsement, juxtaposed against their history of rivalry.
Despite past disagreements with Cuomo, Trump sees potential in his mayoral bid, indicating, "He's got to run a tough campaign," acknowledging the challenges ahead.
Collection
[
|
...
]