Wed Feb 26 04:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Cuomo Poised for NYC Mayoral Run Amid Adams’ Scandals

**New York, NY** – Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is reportedly preparing to launch a bid for New York City mayor, potentially announcing his candidacy as early as this weekend. Multiple sources familiar with his plans confirmed to CNN that Cuomo is finalizing his campaign strategy after months of behind-the-scenes activity, including outreach to lawmakers and labor leaders, and assembling a campaign team.

Cuomo’s potential entry into the race comes amid mounting scandals surrounding current Mayor Eric Adams. The Department of Justice’s recent decision to drop corruption charges against Adams, citing his cooperation with President Trump’s immigration policies, has sparked widespread outrage and calls for his resignation. This turmoil, coupled with Adams’ diminished political standing, is believed to have emboldened Cuomo to enter the race.

While Cuomo has remained largely out of the public eye since resigning in 2021 amidst a sexual harassment scandal, he has recently become more visible, releasing a campaign-style video and securing key endorsements, including from former political rival Carl McCall and Congressman Ritchie Torres. The New York City District Council of Carpenters is also expected to endorse him soon.

Cuomo and Adams share a similar base of support – moderate Democrats, union members, and Black voters – making this a potentially highly contested primary. Adams, however, has dismissed Cuomo’s potential candidacy, stating that such late entries are common in the political arena.

Cuomo faces a tight deadline. The petitioning period for the June primary ballot opened Tuesday, requiring candidates to collect at least 3,750 signatures by April 3rd. While sources suggest Cuomo is leaning towards a run, the possibility remains that he could ultimately decide against it. His family, particularly his three daughters, have been consulted in his decision-making process.

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