New York City — In a wide‑ranging interview to be aired on Sunday, October 19, 2025, Andrew M. Cuomo, running as an Independent in the 2025 New York City mayoral race, appeared on Up Close with Bill Ritter to outline his vision for the city and respond to key issues facing New Yorkers.
“Andrew Cuomo demonstrated that he is not only the best candidate for mayor, he was the only candidate on that stage capable of doing the job on Day One. Zohran Mamdani has offered no straight answers, no workable solutions, and no proposals other than to tax New Yorkers into becoming ex-New Yorkers.
Andrew Cuomo, candidate for Mayor of New York City, today sharply criticized Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani’s reckless proposal to shutter Rikers Island without a viable alternative, warning that his commitment to implement former Mayor Bill de Blasio’s failed four-borough jail scheme would empty Rikers prisoners onto city streets even as the plan remains behind schedule and billions over budget.
Andrew Cuomo, candidate for Mayor of New York City, today sharply criticized Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani’s reckless proposal to shutter Rikers Island without a viable alternative, warning that his commitment to implement former Mayor Bill de Blasio’s failed four-borough jail scheme would empty Rikers prisoners onto city streets even as the plan remains behind schedule and billions over budget.
New York, NY — Following his announcement last week at the Crain’s Business Mayoral Forum, Andrew M. Cuomo today released an op-ed in amNY outlining his comprehensive plan for the future of Rikers Island and the city’s correctional system.
New York, NY — Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a sweeping set of financing actions he will take in his first 100 days as Mayor to break through the multiyear backlog of affordable housing applications at the Department of Housing Preservation and Development and accelerate the construction of new affordable housing across New York City.
New York, NY — Andrew M. Cuomo, candidate for mayor of New York City, today, on Columbus Day, reaffirmed his long-standing commitment to protect and preserve the Columbus statue at Columbus Circle and to celebrate the enduring contributions of Italian-Americans to New York City.
“For two long years, families have lived through unimaginable pain, sleepless nights, and endless heartache. Today, their prayers have been answered, as the remaining hostages are finally home in the arms of their loved ones, where they belong.
New York, NY — Today, 70 influential pastors, bishops, apostles, and ministers representing faith communities across all five boroughs announced their endorsement of Andrew M. Cuomo for Mayor of New York City.
New York, NY – In celebration of Columbus Day, the New York State Italian American Political Action Committee (NYS IAMPAC) proudly announces its official endorsement of Andrew Cuomo for Mayor of New York City — recognizing his enduring support for the Italian American community, its traditions, and its indelible contributions to the cultural fabric of New York.
Standing with leaders from PLACE NYC — Parent Leaders for Accelerated Curriculum and Education — Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that as Mayor of New York City, he will establish an additional specialized high school in Queens.
New York, NY — The Andrew Cuomo for Mayor campaign today released its second television advertisement of the general election, titled “Proven Leadership,” featuring real New Yorkers expressing their support for Andrew Cuomo’s proven leadership and experience to move New York City in a new direction.
