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Adams Rejects Cuomo's Call to Withdraw from Election

7/8/2025

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams firmly dismissed former Governor Andrew Cuomo's call to withdraw from the November mayoral election. Standing his ground as the current mayor, Adams highlighted his leadership, while Cuomo's team suggested a poll to identify the stronger contender against Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani. Both candidates are gearing up for a tough battle ahead.

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams firmly dismissed former Governor Andrew Cuomo's call to withdraw from the November mayoral election. Standing his ground as the current mayor, Adams highlighted his leadership, while Cuomo's team suggested a poll to identify the stronger contender against Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani. Both candidates are gearing up for a tough battle ahead.