Zohran Mamdani Reacts to Andrew Cuomo Reportedly Staying in NYC Mayor Race
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New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has responded after the New York Times reported Monday that Andrew Cuomo will stay in the race despite being defeated in the Democratic primary.
Mamdani spokesperson Jeffrey Lerner told the Times in a statement, "While Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams are tripping over themselves to cut backroom deals with billionaires and Republicans, Zohran Mamdani is focused on making this city more affordable for New Yorkers," Mr. Lerner said in a statement. "That's the choice this November."
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