NYC Mayor Elections: Zohran Mamdani challenges Trump's funding cut threat; 'Not law of the land...'

New York City’s mayoral race is reaching a historic climax as Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, 34, faces former Governor Andrew Cuomo, running as an independent, with Republican Curtis Sliwa trailing behind. Mamdani, leading by double digits, vows to freeze rents, tax the wealthy, and make buses free. At a press conference, he said New Yorkers deserve “urgency” after years of neglect. Donald Trump endorsed Cuomo, warning he’d cut federal funds if Mamdani wins — a threat Mamdani dismissed, pledging to “fight for the people of this city.” Over 735,000 early ballots have already been cast in a record-breaking turnout.