Religious tensions escalate in New York City mayoral contest as leading candidate Zohran Mamdani faces criticism from Jewish community criticizing "Islamophobic" attacks from rivals.

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor Eric Adams will endorse Andrew Cuomo in the city’s mayoral election, a spokesperson said Thursday, throwing his weight behind a bitter rival he recently called a “snake and a liar” as the former governor tries to defeat Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani.

Andrew Cuomo laughed Thursday at the suggestion that his mayoral election rival Zohran Mamdani would be “cheering” over another 9/11, sparking outrage from Democrats. The former

NEW YORK - Mayor Eric Adams formally endorsed former Governor Andrew M. Cuomo for mayor of New York City during a joint press conference Thursday at the New York City Housing Authority’s (NYCHA) Carver Houses in Harlem. Standing side by side, Adams praised Cuomo’s leadership record.

Eric Adams announced he will endorse former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who has been ramping up his attacks against Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will end the months of speculation over why he has stayed on the sidelines and endorse Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani to be mayor of New York City, according to a new report.

Andrew Cuomo hopes to complete a political comeback and become the first New York City mayor to win the general election after losing the primary.

Cuomo, running as an independent, has highlighted Mamdani’s faith and heritage while suggesting the Democratic frontrunner could pose risks to public safety and counterterrorism.

Mayor Eric Adams will endorse former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo for mayor and plans to campaign with him, in hopes of slowing the momentum of Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo of fleeing his role as governor amid an impeachment inquiry during a mayoral debate on Oct. 10, 2025. (Credit: Spectrum News NY1)