Zohran Mamdani criticized Donald Trump's potential involvement in the New York City mayoral race, emphasizing that the election should focus on making the city affordable and ensuring safety for all residents. Reports suggest Trump is contemplating intervention after speaking with Andrew Cuomo, but Cuomo's spokesperson denied recent communication regarding the race. Discussions among Trump's supporters indicate a desire for him to pressure other candidates to withdraw in order to consolidate votes against Mamdani. Trump's previous xenophobic remarks about Mamdani add context to the competitive landscape of the election.
Mamdani emphasized the importance of focusing on issues directly impacting New Yorkers and criticized the idea of political interference from Trump and his allies.
The report indicated that Trump is considering involvement in the mayoral race, with discussions around having Cuomo potentially run as an independent.
Cuomo's spokesperson denied recent conversations between the Governor and Trump, asserting that there was no coordination regarding the mayoral race.
Trump's supporters hope he could influence the race by persuading candidates to withdraw, aiming to unify the anti-Mamdani faction.
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