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Mamdani Leads NYC Polls as Cuomo Struggles for Support

8/20/2025

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Zohran Mamdani leads recent NYC voter polls with 44% support, while Andrew Cuomo has 25%.
Cuomo aims to consolidate conservative voters to challenge Mamdani.
Mamdani criticized Cuomo for his ties to Trump, claiming New Yorkers recognize this connection.
The race includes Curtis Sliwa and Eric Adams, who may divide moderate votes, benefiting Mamdani.

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Story summary

Zohran Mamdani leads recent NYC voter polls with 44% support, while Andrew Cuomo has 25%.
Cuomo aims to consolidate conservative voters to challenge Mamdani.
Mamdani criticized Cuomo for his ties to Trump, claiming New Yorkers recognize this connection.
The race includes Curtis Sliwa and Eric Adams, who may divide moderate votes, benefiting Mamdani.