In a stunning turn of events, disgraced former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has conceded the New York City Democratic mayoral primary to far-left socialist Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old self-proclaimed Democratic socialist who has vowed to transform the city into a radical leftist utopia. Cuomo, who was attempting a political comeback after resigning in disgrace over sexual misconduct allegations, folded without putting up much of a fight—proving once again that the Democratic Party is lurching further into extremism.
Mamdani’s victory is a clear sign that the Democratic Party is no longer the party of JFK or even Bill Clinton—it’s now the party of radical Marxists who openly push socialist policies like free universal childcare, city-run grocery stores, and rent freezes. His campaign was built on the same failed progressive policies that have turned cities like San Francisco and Portland into dystopian wastelands. Yet, the liberal media is celebrating his win as some kind of triumph for “progress,” ignoring the fact that his policies will only accelerate New York’s decline.
From The 19th News:
*”Cuomo conceded the race Tuesday night, before the final results of ranked-choice voting were clear. Mamdani, a 33-year-old self-described Democratic socialist, ran a campaign centered on making New York City more affordable. He proposed free universal child care, creating city-run grocery stores, rolling out free bus service and freezing rents on rent-stabilized units.”*
Mamdani will likely face off against incumbent Eric Adams, who is running as an independent after being abandoned by his own party, and a yet-to-be-determined GOP candidate. But let’s be clear: the real story here isn’t just Mamdani’s win—it’s the complete collapse of the Democratic establishment. Cuomo, once a powerful figure in New York politics, was cast aside by his own party in favor of an open socialist. Meanwhile, the liberal media continues to ignore the dangers of this far-left agenda, instead painting Mamdani as some kind of heroic underdog.
🚨 #BREAKING: Andrew Cuomo has officially CONCEDED the NYC Democrat Mayoral Primary to Muslim Ugandan Communist Zohran Mamdani
Pray for New York 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/MjqJwwWSFt
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) June 25, 2025
This is exactly why America needs strong conservative leadership now more than ever. President Donald Trump has repeatedly warned about the dangers of socialism, and this race proves his point. While the left pushes radical policies that will bankrupt cities and destroy the middle class, Trump’s America First agenda continues to deliver prosperity, security, and common sense. The contrast couldn’t be clearer.
h/t: Steadfast and Loyal