New York City Mayor Adams deliberates persistence in mayoral race, labeling Mamdani and Cuomo as 'spoiled brats' with entitlement issues.

The mayor labeled Cuomo as both a serpent and a deceitful individual.

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2025 September 16 . 11:25 PM

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NYC Mayor Adams affirms continued participation in mayoral race, labeling Mamdani and Cuomo as... — NYC Mayor Adams affirms continued participation in mayoral race, labeling Mamdani and Cuomo as 'spoiled brats'

New York City Mayor Adams deliberates persistence in mayoral race, labeling Mamdani and Cuomo as 'spoiled brats' with entitlement issues.

Mayor Eric Adams Announces Reelection Bid Amidst Political Drama

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced his intention to seek reelection in November, plunging himself into the race against Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa, and former Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Adams, who described himself as a working-class New Yorker, contrasted himself with the other candidates, referring to them as "two spoiled brats." This statement was made during a speech where he wore a polo shirt with "mayor" written on the back.

The political landscape in New York City is heating up, with polls showing Mamdani as the clear frontrunner. Mamdani, a democratic socialist, has promised to deliver a city that working New Yorkers can afford, and turn the page on the broken, billionaire-backed politics of the past.

Cuomo, known for his more centrist views, is trailing behind Mamdani, followed by Sliwa and Adams in the polls. However, recent reports suggest that there are efforts to consolidate the anti-Mamdani vote behind Cuomo.

Adams accused Cuomo of spreading rumors about him dropping his independent bid for reelection. These rumors came after Adams traveled to Florida earlier this week and met with Trump advisor Steve Witkoff. The New York Times reported that Trump associates had discussed possibly making Adams ambassador to Saudi Arabia in exchange for him dropping his reelection bid. However, a Cuomo spokesperson declined to comment.

As for Sliwa, he has insisted he will stay in the race, despite rumors of a potential job offer from the White House. Hours before his press conference, Adams issued a statement saying he "will always listen if called to serve our country."

The behind-the-scenes scheming and political maneuvering promise to make the race for New York City's mayoral seat one to watch in the coming months.