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Trump Backs Cuomo, Threatens Funding Amid Mamdani's Rise

11/5/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Andrew Cuomo and threatened to cut federal funding if Zohran Mamdani won.
Trump labeled Zohran Mamdani a "communist."
Zohran Mamdani identifies as a democratic socialist.
A New York State Comptroller report says New York City will need $7.4 billion in federal funding for fiscal year 2026.
The report notes funding accounts for 6.4% of total spending and that federal funding has faced cuts.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Andrew Cuomo and threatened to cut federal funding if Zohran Mamdani won.
Trump labeled Zohran Mamdani a "communist."
Zohran Mamdani identifies as a democratic socialist.
A New York State Comptroller report says New York City will need $7.4 billion in federal funding for fiscal year 2026.
The report notes funding accounts for 6.4% of total spending and that federal funding has faced cuts.