Gov. Lamont Endorses Andrew Cuomo for NYC Mayor Amidst Controversy
In a surprising turn during a press conference on Monday, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont publicly endorsed former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo for mayor of New York City. This unplanned announcement came despite advice from his aides to focus on more pressing issues, such as his veto of two bills supported by his own party.
When asked if he would rank Cuomo on his ballot, Lamont responded, “If you ask me who I’d vote for, I’d vote for Andrew Cuomo.” His support for Cuomo, who resigned in 2021 amid numerous sexual harassment allegations, marks a significant political move, especially as various prominent Democrats are cautiously re-engaging with the controversial figure. Former President Bill Clinton recently endorsed Cuomo, lending further weight to the former governor’s mayoral bid against rising progressive challenger Zohran Mamdani.
Lamont’s unexpected endorsement comes as he grapples with pressing issues like affordable housing and jobless benefits for striking workers, a focus overshadowed by the Cuomo discussion. Despite attempts from his communications director, Rob Blanchard, to redirect the conversation back to housing, Lamont continued to entertain questions about Trump’s former ally—underscoring his struggles with message discipline.
While current political dynamics suggest a hesitant re-emergence of Cuomo within Democratic circles, Lamont’s endorsement may carry little immediate downside for him in his own gubernatorial aspirations. However, many view this election as a pivotal moment that could influence the future of the Democratic Party as a whole. It remains to be seen how Lamont’s remarks will play out in the ongoing New York City mayoral race.
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