New York City Mayor Eric Adams Endorses Andrew Cuomo for Successor in Mayoral Race

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is endorsing former Governor Andrew Cuomo in the upcoming mayoral election. This announcement precedes the election scheduled for November. Todd Shapiro, a spokesperson for Adams, confirmed the endorsement through a statement to NBC New York.

Endorsement Details

Adams intends to actively campaign alongside Cuomo as they prepare for the election. The specifics regarding their joint appearances are still in the works. This endorsement marks a significant shift, given Adams’s earlier criticisms of Cuomo.

Political Context

Both Adams and Cuomo, long-time Democrats, initially ran as third-party candidates against Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, a state legislator. Adams withdrew from the race last month, expressing doubts about his path to victory.

• Cuomo and Adams spotted together at a New York Knicks game.
• Cuomo recently participated in a final mayoral debate.

Reactions to the Endorsement

Zohran Mamdani responded to the endorsement with a post on X, referring to it as “The Art of the Deal.” Adams has been critical of Mamdani’s policy proposals and previously labeled Cuomo as “a snake and a liar.”

Election Landscape

Despite Adams’s endorsement of Cuomo, Mamdani has maintained a solid lead in the mayoral race. Polling data indicates Mamdani with a significant lead over both Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa.

Despite recent gains by Cuomo in some surveys, Mamdani still holds a double-digit advantage in most polls conducted after Adams announced his withdrawal from the race. The political landscape remains dynamic as the election date approaches.