Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is gearing up for a potential New York City mayoral run, considering a February launch.
Cuomo plans to hire longtime ally Charlie King to lead his campaign, leveraging their decades-long partnership. His potential challenge to Mayor Eric Adams follows intensified legal troubles for Adams, including a federal indictment, and Cuomo’s push to reframe past controversies as politically driven.
Cuomo’s name recognition and donor network position him strongly in the race, despite past scandals. He’s focusing on key issues, like support for Israel, and aims to portray himself as a pragmatic leader contrasting with left-leaning opponents.
The Democratic primary in June could feature a fierce battle, with Adams already criticizing Cuomo’s policy record.
FingerLakes1.com is the region’s leading all-digital news publication. The company was founded in 1998 and has been keeping residents informed for more than two decades. Have a lead? Send it to [email protected].