New York's Mayor Race: Trump's Surprise Endorsement

In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump has thrown his support behind Andrew Cuomo in New York City's mayoral race. This endorsement comes despite their complex history.

Trump's Endorsement

Trump took to Truth Social to urge New Yorkers to vote for Cuomo, stating that he is the better choice, even if Trump himself is not a fan. He went as far as to criticize the other candidate, Zohran Mamdani, claiming he is not up to the task.

Mamdani's Response

Mamdani, who won the Democratic primary, has been quick to highlight Cuomo's ties to Trump. He has also emphasized his plans to stand up to powerful interests in both New York and Washington.

Trump's Threats

Trump, known for his strong opinions, has been vocal about his dislike for Mamdani. He has even threatened to pull federal funds from the city if Mamdani wins. However, it's not all bad news for Cuomo. Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, a Trump ally, also endorsed Cuomo, stating that a vote for the Republican candidate, Curtis Sliwa, is essentially a vote for Mamdani.

The Race So Far

Surveys show Mamdani leading, but he is still shy of a majority. The two candidates have been going head-to-head in debates, with Mamdani criticizing Cuomo's experience. Cuomo, on the other hand, has been trying to use his past dealings with Trump as a selling point, arguing that Mamdani is too inexperienced to handle the presidency.

Trump's Social Media Rants

Meanwhile, Trump has been busy on social media, lashing out at Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, who campaigned with Mamdani. He accused her of causing problems with energy prices and even suggested looking into terminating New York City's congestion pricing.