Overview

• Betting platforms reported his odds jumped from about 72% to 82% in August after The New York Times revealed President Trump explored intervening in the race.
• He has secured endorsements from multiple borough presidents, including Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, reinforcing local Democratic support.
• His 'Five Boroughs Against Trump' tour has spotlighted progressive affordability measures such as fare-free buses, rent freezes and universal childcare.
• A protester was arrested and issued summonses after heckling Mamdani with xenophobic and antisemitic insults during a Staten Island campaign stop.
• National Democratic leaders including Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer have held off formal endorsements pending further outreach and policy clarification.