Andrew Cuomo running for New York mayor after resigning governor post in disgrace
Andrew Cuomo, former New York governor who resigned in disgrace amid sexual harassment allegations and accusations of misleading the public about Covid-19 deaths, has announced his candidacy for New York City mayor. Cuomo, 67, denies the allegations and will challenge incumbent Mayor Eric Adams in the Democratic primary in June.
Cuomo stated that the city needs a bold plan to address crime, mental illness, and affordable housing, advocating for increased police numbers and the construction of thousands of affordable homes. Adams, seeking a second term, faces his own challenges, including corruption charges and criticism for courting Donald Trump. Cuomo's political background includes serving as housing secretary under President Bill Clinton and as New York's attorney general, in addition to his tenure as governor.
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Andrew Cuomo, former New York governor who resigned in disgrace amid sexual harassment allegations and accusations of misleading the public about Covid-19 deaths, has announced his candidacy for New York City mayor. Cuomo, 67, denies the allegations and will challenge incumbent Mayor Eric Adams in the Democratic primary in June.
Cuomo stated that the city needs a bold plan to address crime, mental illness, and affordable housing, advocating for increased police numbers and the construction of thousands of affordable homes. Adams, seeking a second term, faces his own challenges, including corruption charges and criticism for courting Donald Trump. Cuomo's political background includes serving as housing secretary under President Bill Clinton and as New York's attorney general, in addition to his tenure as governor.
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