The endorsement represents a striking turnaround for Adams, who has criticized Cuomo’s record as governor.
New York Mayor Eric Adams poses with Independent mayoral candidate former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo during the game between the New York Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Oct. 22, 2025. Earlier that evening Cuomo participated in the second debate for the upcoming mayoral election. Al Bello/Getty Images
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has decided to back former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to succeed him as mayor, in an effort to consolidate opposition to front-runner Zohran Mamdani.
Adams, a critic of Cuomo when they were both in the mayoral race, is expected to campaign alongside his former rival as early as Thursday afternoon.
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