Andrew Cuomo discusses with Al Sharpton during the New York City mayoral race

Cuomo Meets Sharpton as Mayoral Campaign Heats Up

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, currently in the race for mayor of New York City, had a breakfast meeting with Pastor Al Sharpton on Friday. Cuomo posted images of their time together on social media, expressing delight at reconnecting with his “old friend.” It was a casual gathering in a city restaurant.

Sharpton also took to social media, mentioning an upcoming “breakfast meeting” featuring Mayor Zoran Mamdani, who identifies as a democratic socialist, along with some appearances on the MSNBC show “Politics” scheduled for this weekend.

According to reports from the New York Post, Cuomo sought Sharpton’s support in navigating the political landscape. The former governor, who resigned in 2021 amid allegations of sexual misconduct, has asked for compassion regarding race issues from civil rights activists.

Trump has expressed hope that “two guys will drop out” of the race to create a more focused “one-on-one” competition between Cuomo and Mamdani.

During the breakfast, Sharpton reflected on his long history with Cuomo, having known him for about 40 years and recalling his relationship with Mario Cuomo, Andrew’s father. “I was very impressed with Mamdani, but I’ve known Andrew since the ’80s,” he said.

This meeting has stirred speculation about potential job opportunities under a Trump administration, particularly as Eric Adams, the current Democratic mayor now running as an independent, faces pressure about his candidacy.

A recent Siena College poll indicates that Mamdani leads with a significant 44% support, followed by Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa at 25%, while Adams is lagging at 7%.

Sharpton had previously urged Cuomo to exit the race after Mamdani’s victory in the Democratic primary. He suggested a more simplified contest could better serve Cuomo’s legacy. “He can support one or the other and let them fight for the best of New York,” he proposed.

Cuomo’s spokesperson, Rich Azzopardi, underscored the longstanding partnership between Sharpton and Cuomo, highlighting their joint efforts for justice and progress over the years.