Andrew Cuomo is set to launch a campaign for New York City mayor by early March, according to sources close to the former governor. His entry into the June primary has been facilitated by growing calls for Mayor Eric Adams’ resignation amid new revelations about private deals with the Justice Department to dismiss federal corruption charges.
Cuomo’s allies are forming a super PAC to boost his candidacy, and several Democratic party leaders have already expressed their support for him. The former governor has been building momentum in recent months, despite initial speculation that he would launch his campaign earlier.
To qualify for the ballot, Cuomo must gather enough signatures by February 25 and April 3 ahead of the scheduled June 24 primary date. Polling shows that Cuomo remains a frontrunner, but he will face challenges from several left-wing challengers, including City Comptroller Brad Lander and state Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani.
Cuomo’s campaign is also expected to focus on his outreach to the Orthodox Jewish community, which has been skeptical of him due to past COVID restrictions. However, some leaders have indicated that they may support him due to their dissatisfaction with the current primary field.
The controversy surrounding Cuomo’s resignation and lingering resentment within the Orthodox Jewish community will be crucial in determining his success in the campaign. As he readies his bid for mayor, Cuomo is making efforts to rebuild his image and appeal to voters.
Source: https://jewishinsider.com/2025/02/andrew-cuomo-readying-nyc-mayoral-campaign-launch