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Mamdani Secures Key Endorsements as Democrats Hesitate and Republicans Exploit Socialist Branding

Democrats’ hesitation to embrace his platform contrasts with Republicans nationalizing his socialist identity

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Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, participates in an endorsement event with Representative Adriano Espaillat at the United Palace Theater in Manhattan on July 10, 2025.
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Overview

  • Representative Adriano Espaillat backed Mamdani’s bid on July 10, marking his first major post-primary endorsement from a former Cuomo ally.
  • Polls conducted in early July show Mamdani leading the general election field with roughly 35–41 percent support against Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa.
  • House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Senator Chuck Schumer and Governor Kathy Hochul have commended his primary victory but stopped short of formal endorsements.
  • Leaders of the Democratic Socialists of America are weighing primary challenges against centrist House Democrats in New York City, deepening party factionalism.
  • Republican committees have launched digital ads equating vulnerable Democrats with Mamdani’s democratic socialism to influence competitive races nationwide.