Donald Trump is backing Andrew Cuomo's bid to become New York City's mayor, warning that if Zohran Mamdani wins, it will be a disaster for the city. In a tweet posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump said: "It's my strong conviction that New York City will be a Complete and Total Economic and Social Disaster should Mamdani win."
Trump made the remarks just hours before polling stations were set to open in the closely-watched election. He urged his supporters to vote for Cuomo, who is running as an independent after losing to Mamdani in the Democratic primary.
Trump claimed that Cuomo, a Democrat with a record of success, would be better than Mamdani, a Communist with no experience and a history of complete failure. Trump stated that if Mamdani wins, "it's highly unlikely that I will be contributing Federal Funds, other than the very minimum as required."
Meanwhile, Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa was struggling to catch up in the polls, trailing behind both Cuomo and Mamdani. Trump suggested that a vote for Sliwa would be equivalent to voting for Mamdani, saying: "Whether you personally like Andrew Cuomo or not, you really have no choice. You must vote for him, and hope he does a fantastic job."
Mamdani, who is running on a platform of free buses, rent freezes, and universal childcare, warned that if Cuomo wins, the city will descend into darkness, forcing many of its neighbors to flee. Mamdani told his supporters that Trump believes Cuomo would be the best mayor for his administration, not for New Yorkers.
The mayoral election has captured global attention, with a record 735,317 early votes cast over nine days. The stakes are high as Mamdani looks to become the first Muslim, first person born in Africa, and first person of South Asian descent to lead New York City.
Trump made the remarks just hours before polling stations were set to open in the closely-watched election. He urged his supporters to vote for Cuomo, who is running as an independent after losing to Mamdani in the Democratic primary.
Trump claimed that Cuomo, a Democrat with a record of success, would be better than Mamdani, a Communist with no experience and a history of complete failure. Trump stated that if Mamdani wins, "it's highly unlikely that I will be contributing Federal Funds, other than the very minimum as required."
Meanwhile, Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa was struggling to catch up in the polls, trailing behind both Cuomo and Mamdani. Trump suggested that a vote for Sliwa would be equivalent to voting for Mamdani, saying: "Whether you personally like Andrew Cuomo or not, you really have no choice. You must vote for him, and hope he does a fantastic job."
Mamdani, who is running on a platform of free buses, rent freezes, and universal childcare, warned that if Cuomo wins, the city will descend into darkness, forcing many of its neighbors to flee. Mamdani told his supporters that Trump believes Cuomo would be the best mayor for his administration, not for New Yorkers.
The mayoral election has captured global attention, with a record 735,317 early votes cast over nine days. The stakes are high as Mamdani looks to become the first Muslim, first person born in Africa, and first person of South Asian descent to lead New York City.
. Trump's endorsement for Cuomo is a clear case of politicians playing the loyalty card. It's a masterclass in vote-buying, if you ask me. Cuomo's got a proven track record, and Mamdani has some pretty sweet campaign promises 
. But does Trump really think Cuomo would be better just because he's his BFF? I don't think so 
. And what about Sliwa's chances? He's been flying under the radar, but that doesn't mean he can't make a comeback. Let's not write anyone off just yet 
. This election is going to be super interesting, folks, and I'm here for it 
. Trump is backing Cuomo, but what's really going on? Is it a ploy to distract us from something bigger? Mamdani's platform sounds legit, but we all know how those "free" things always work out in the end... and what's with the sudden interest in New York City politics? It's like they're trying to stage a massive experiment 
. And don't even get me started on Trump's tweet – that guy's a master of spin 
. I'm keeping an eye on this one, folks. Something fishy is brewing... 
I'm low-key freaking out about this NYC mayoral election 
#NYCElection #MamdaniVsCuomo - Mamdani's message of free buses, rent freezes, and universal childcare is giving me all the feels 
. I mean, who does he think he is? 
. The thought of a Communist mayor (in America) isn't ideal, but at least Mamdani has a solid plan 
. Cuomo's got his record, but Trump's warning of an economic disaster if Mamdani wins is pretty intense 
#NotMyMayo #MamdaniForNYC
... I mean, what even is this? Trump knows absolutely nothing about New York City or its people, he just knows how to stir up drama and get attention 
... And now he's basically saying that if Mamdani wins, he'll be out of a job because of some ridiculous "Federal Funds" thing 
... Like, come on, Trump, stop trying to divide people with your petty politics 
And Sliwa is struggling to catch up, but Trump thinks he's basically equivalent to Mamdani? 
... It's like, this is the America I was taught to believe in: a land of opportunity and diversity 
... But no, instead we get politicians like Trump and Cuomo who are more concerned with power and prestige than actual change or progress 
... Ugh, I need a nap 
. Either way, this election is super important, especially with Mamdani's unique background making him a strong contender 
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it's really sad he has no faith in the people's choice, especially with all the facts saying mamdani's plans could bring positive change to the city 
. He's not thinkin' about what's best for the city; he's just thinkin' about how this will affect his own rep. I'm keepin' an open mind, but if Cuomo wins, I hope Trump actually means it and starts supportin' him like a good sport 
Mamdani might be a long shot to win, but if the voters want change, they'll definitely make some noise 
On one hand, Trump's warning about Mamdani's economic plans is kinda legit, considering the city's financial situation #MamdaniVsCuomo #NYCElection
his platform for free buses and rent freezes would be a game changer 
. Cuomo is a strong candidate with a proven track record, and I'm not sure why Mamdani can't be taken seriously despite his unique background and platform 