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NY Mayoral Race: Sliwa Rejects Trump, Mamdani Leads

10/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Curtis Sliwa, the Republican nominee in the New York mayoral race, declined to endorse Donald Trump or back deploying the National Guard and criticized Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo.
Zohran Mamdani leads in polls.
Donald Trump said, "I am not a king," during a Fox Business interview in response to No Kings protests.
Drag queen Trixie Mattel dismissed Eric Trump's book on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, shredding it as confetti to the children's delight.

History

Historical Context

The 1977 New York City mayoral election unfolded amid a severe fiscal crisis and rising crime, with Mayor Abraham Beame facing a $1 billion budget deficit. This turmoil set the stage for Ed Koch's eventual victory, as public discontent grew. Today, candidates like Curtis Sliwa navigate similar voter frustrations, potentially reshaping New York City's political landscape and governance strategies.

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Story summary

Curtis Sliwa, the Republican nominee in the New York mayoral race, declined to endorse Donald Trump or back deploying the National Guard and criticized Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo.
Zohran Mamdani leads in polls.
Donald Trump said, "I am not a king," during a Fox Business interview in response to No Kings protests.
Drag queen Trixie Mattel dismissed Eric Trump's book on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, shredding it as confetti to the children's delight.

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