Trump's Take on the NYC Mayoral Race

President Donald Trump recently weighed in on the upcoming New York City mayoral election, offering a blunt assessment of Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa. Trump dismissed Sliwa as "not exactly prime time," even criticizing his well-known love for cats and his plan to fill Gracie Mansion with rescue animals.

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The Race: The Democratic primary saw Zohran Mamdani emerge as the frontrunner, leaving Mayor Eric Adams and former Governor Andrew Cuomo trailing. Trump believes Mamdani is likely to win unless Adams or Cuomo drop out. He suggests Cuomo might stand a chance in a one-on-one race.

Polls and Predictions: Recent polls from The New York Times/Siena University and Quinnipiac University show Mamdani ahead of Cuomo, with Adams and Sliwa lagging. The polls indicate that if Adams and Sliwa were to withdraw, Mamdani's lead over Cuomo could diminish.

Adams's Response: Mayor Adams's campaign insists he's not stepping down, despite reported interest from the federal government. They are commissioning a poll to assess his current support.

Sliwa's Rebuttal: Sliwa responded to Trump's criticism, suggesting the president may not have up-to-date information about him. Sliwa defended his passion for animal welfare and highlighted his wife's dedication to rescuing animals. He maintains his plan to use Gracie Mansion's space to accommodate rescued cats and dogs.