Trump pushes hard against Mamdani as New Yorkers select a mayor

President Trump actively campaigned against Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist favored to win the New York City mayoral election. Trump utilized his Truth Social platform to warn that a Mamdani victory would lead to the withholding of federal funds from New York City, asserting that the city would have "ZERO chance of success, or even survival" under a communist mayor. He also urged voters to support Curtis Sliwa, the Republican candidate, framing the choice as between Sliwa and Mamdani, and suggesting that Andrew Cuomo, Mamdani's primary opponent, was the only viable alternative to Mamdani. Mamdani, a Ugandan-born naturalized U.S. citizen and New York state assemblyman, promised improved public transportation, more affordable housing, and better childcare. He criticized billionaires and wealthy interests that opposed him, labeling Trump's influence as "grave political darkness." Mamdani also dismissed Trump's endorsement of Cuomo, calling Cuomo Trump's "puppet." Voters like Samantha Marrero expressed enthusiasm for Mamdani's candidacy, highlighting his representation of marginalized communities and his connection to everyday New Yorkers, viewing his potential win as a significant indicator of political sentiment. The New York mayoral race was part of a broader election day that included gubernatorial contests in Virginia and New Jersey, and a redistricting measure in California, all of which garnered Trump's attention. In New Jersey, Trump endorsed Republican Jack Ciattarelli over De... download the app to read more