- Supporters of Rudy Giuliani have shifted their allegiance away from Curtis Sliwa, the GOP candidate, in the New York City mayoral race.
- These Giuliani allies are now endorsing Andrew Cuomo, who is running as an independent candidate.
- The endorsement of Cuomo by Giuliani’s supporters is strategic, aiming to prevent Zohran Mamdani, a socialist candidate, from winning the election.
- The race for New York City’s mayoralty is a three-way contest featuring candidates from the GOP, an independent run by Cuomo, and Mamdani, who represents a socialist platform.
- This move highlights the complex political dynamics and the diverse range of candidate preferences within New York City’s political landscape.
- The decision to back Cuomo suggests a pragmatic approach by Giuliani supporters who are concerned about the potential outcomes of the mayoral race.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/giuliani-allies-turn-gops-sliwa-back-cuomo-nyc-mayor-race)