Overview

• On June 10, Mike Bloomberg announced his endorsement of Andrew Cuomo, highlighting his role in completing major projects like LaGuardia Airport’s overhaul and the Second Avenue Subway.
• The endorsement arrives two weeks before New York City’s Democratic primary, where Cuomo continues to lead but faces growing pressure.
• A Data for Progress poll conducted for pro-Mamdani groups showed Cuomo ahead 51% to 49% in a head-to-head matchup, within the survey’s 3-point margin of error.
• Zohran Mamdani’s campaign criticized the backing as wealthy interests uniting to preserve the status quo.
• Mamdani, a state assembly member, has focused his challenge on progressive proposals such as a 2% wealth tax and a citywide rent freeze.