Cuomo withdraws from NYC mayoral race, Mamdani secures Democratic nomination in primary

In a political upset, Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, triumphed over former Governor Andrew Cuomo in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary. Cuomo conceded on Tuesday night. The final determination of the race will be made through a ranked choice count, but Mamdani’s substantial lead indicates he is likely to challenge incumbent Mayor Eric Adams.

Source: https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20250625-andrew-cuomo-concedes-to-zohran-mamdani-in-nyc-s-democratic-mayoral-primary