Andrew Cuomo Announces Bid for NYC Mayor in Political Comeback Attempt- wna24

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo officially announced his candidacy for New York City mayor on Saturday, setting the stage for a highly competitive Democratic primary.

Cuomo’s bid marks a major political comeback attempt after resigning as governor in 2021 amid a sexual harassment scandal. Despite the controversy surrounding his tenure, early polling suggests he is a strong contender to replace Mayor Eric Adams.

The Democratic primary, set for June, is already shaping up to be intense:

Cuomo, who served as governor from 2011 to 2021, resigned after an independent investigation concluded that he sexually harassed multiple women. He has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing. A DOJ report also found that his administration fostered a hostile work environment and violated federal retaliation rules.

Despite his controversial exit from office, Cuomo has remained politically active and hinted at a mayoral run even before Adams’ indictment.

Cuomo is emerging as a frontrunner in the primary, according to recent polling:

The Democratic primary will take place in June, with the general election set for November. With Cuomo’s entry into the race, the battle for City Hall is expected to be one of the most closely watched political contests of the year, in US.