Overview

• Cuomo dropped the video on Threads on July 15, showing him helping a motorist jump-start a car as part of his independent bid for New York City mayor.
• Observers noted Cuomo attached the red jumper cable second and connected the negative lead incorrectly, contrary to standard safety advice.
• Critics also highlighted a visible boom mic and jump cuts that suggested the spot was heavily produced rather than candid.
• Campaign spokesman Rich Azzopardi insisted Cuomo’s background as a trained mechanic validated the stunt and dismissed online critics as trolls.
• The backlash highlights Cuomo’s struggle to rebuild credibility after scandal and primary defeat as he competes against Zohran Mamdani in November.