Zohran Mamdani secured the Democratic nomination for mayor by winning 56 percent of the votes in the ranked-choice primary, defeating Andrew Cuomo's 44 percent. Following his defeat, Cuomo has not clarified his plans for the general election despite initially intending to run as an independent. Mamdani's candidacy has garnered endorsements from influential unions, while Mayor Eric Adams is positioning himself as a challenger. Curtis Sliwa, the Republican candidate, has adamantly refused calls to leave the race, reaffirming his commitment to continue campaigning.
Mamdani won the ranked-choice mayoral primary with 56 percent of the votes against Cuomo's 44 percent after other candidates were eliminated in the third round.
Cuomo has remained vague about his plans following his defeat, despite initially intending to run independently in the fall.
Mamdani has gained support from key endorsers, including influential unions, while Adams aims to challenge him, branding Mamdani as inexperienced.
Sliwa, a perennial Republican candidate, has refused to leave the race, stating he will not exit unless he is buried.
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