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Mamdani Maintains Poll Lead as New York Mayoral Field Splinters

Campaigning from Uganda through late July, the Democratic nominee faces a divided field with rivals Cuomo and Adams running as independents.

Zohran Mamdani in New York last week. Photo: Spencer Platt/Getty Images
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to the press after meeting with US Speaker of the House Mike Johnson at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on July 8.

Overview

  • Zohran Mamdani announced an extended visit to Uganda to celebrate his recent marriage and said he will return to New York City by the end of July.
  • Surveys conducted this month place Mamdani ahead of former governor Andrew Cuomo, Mayor Eric Adams and other contenders in the ranked-choice general election.
  • Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams have launched independent bids, raising the prospect of an anti-socialist vote split under New York City’s voting system.
  • House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer have declined to endorse Mamdani, deferring any decision until they meet with him after his return.
  • Mamdani has sought to broaden his appeal by meeting with business leaders, bringing on veteran operatives and moderating rhetoric on policing and Middle East issues.