Overview

• Andrew Cuomo used appearances on national TV to argue a Zohran Mamdani victory would be a “gift” to President Trump and a pretext for federal intervention in New York City.
• Cuomo renewed criticism of Mamdani’s Israel-related positions, including his refusal to explicitly condemn the phrase “globalize the intifada” and his pledge to order an arrest of Benjamin Netanyahu, which Cuomo called legally untenable.
• Polling reported in recent coverage shows Mamdani with a clear lead near 45% support, positioning him to win with a plurality in a crowded field that includes Republican Curtis Sliwa.
• Axios reported growing frustration inside the DNC over how cautiously Chair Ken Martin has supported Mamdani, with leaders like Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer withholding endorsements as Gov. Kathy Hochul backs the nominee.
• The Times detailed private concerns from business leaders after Mamdani said he would raise taxes on wealthy residents and corporations, while a separate controversy emerged over his Uganda photo with Rebecca Kadaga, which his campaign said he would have avoided if aware of her record.