As the 2025 New York City mayoral election approaches its climax this Tuesday, November 4, polls show Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani surging ahead with a commanding lead.
The Ugandan-born Muslim democratic socialist has captivated progressive voters but sparked anxiety among moderates and conservatives over his vision for the city’s future. Mamdani’s platform includes controversial policies such as calls to defund the police, support for global intifada, and pushing for free public transit, which some fear could exacerbate crime and fiscal woes.
Recent surveys indicate Mamdani at 43%, outpacing independent Andrew Cuomo at 33% and Republican Curtis Sliwa at 14%, intensifying debates about NYC’s direction under socialist leadership.
Notably, President Trump has refrained from endorsing either Cuomo or Sliwa, despite the high stakes of the race. Speculation abounds that Trump’s hesitation stems from Sliwa’s perceived weak polling, a desire to avoid associating with potential losers in deep-blue NYC, or strategic timing to maximize impact closer to Election Day.
Some political analysts argue that a Trump endorsement for a rival could rally anti-Mamdani voters, potentially tipping the scales in a tight contest. Such a move might consolidate conservative turnout and draw independents wary of Mamdani’s radical policies, reshaping the race’s dynamics.
Among the challengers, Andrew Cuomo would likely benefit the most from a Trump nod, given his stronger polling position and appeal to moderate Democrats disillusioned with Mamdani.
We would like to ask you, the reader: should Trump endorse an opponent to Zohran Mamdani before the Tuesday election in NYC? Answer in our poll below and comment your thoughts on who Trump should endorse (or if he shouldn’t).
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