In a 17-minute video statement, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his bid to replace New York City’s Mayor Eric Adams. Cuomo, who resigned in 2021 amid sexual harassment allegations, highlighted crime and disorder in the city as reasons for seeking a change in leadership.
Cuomo expressed concern about the city’s state, citing issues like crime and disorder, particularly related to an increase in migrants. He emphasized the need for effective leadership to address these challenges.
The former governor, initially praised for his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, faced criticism for his management of nursing home responses and alleged cover-up of the death toll. New York State Attorney General Letitia James revealed that the death toll was understated by over 80 percent.
Mayor Eric Adams, who faced federal corruption charges last year, recently had the charges dismissed by the Department of Justice. Adams also announced his willingness to collaborate with the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts in New York City.
Cuomo’s decision to run for mayor comes at a time when the city is grappling with various issues, and his entry into the race is expected to bring further attention to the upcoming mayoral election.