Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo leads the Democratic mayoral candidates for the 2025 NYC race despite not officially declaring his candidacy. He is expected to announce his bid soon. Democratic Socialist Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani is in second place with Mayor Eric Adams in third. Cuomo is gaining support from elected officials and labor groups, while the other candidates are launching attacks on his record.
Key Points
Cuomo leads with 38% of the vote in a recent poll
Mamadani is in second place with 12%
Adams is in third place with 10%
Cuomo is widely considered the immediate frontrunner if he announces his candidacy
Support for Cuomo is growing among elected officials and labor groups
Pros
Cuomo leads the Democratic primary field
Mamadani is gaining momentum with strong fundraising
Cuomo is gaining support from elected officials and labor groups
Cons
Cuomo resigned in 2021 amid allegations of sexual misconduct
Adams is facing fresh calls for his ouster following federal charges