Summary
The New York Governor, Kathy Hochul, has endorsed Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor. Mamdani is a Democratic state assemblyman who has faced mixed opinions within his party. He is currently leading in polls ahead of the election on November 4.
Key Facts
- Kathy Hochul is the Governor of New York and a member of the Democratic Party.
- She endorsed Zohran Mamdani, a candidate for New York City mayor.
- Mamdani is a Democratic state assemblyman and identifies as a democratic socialist.
- The Democratic Party has mixed opinions about Mamdani's candidacy.
- Hochul initially had concerns about Mamdani's tax proposal for the wealthy.
- Mamdani has support from progressive politicians like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders.
- Former President Donald Trump has criticized Mamdani, calling him a "communist."
- Mamdani leads in polls against other candidates for the upcoming mayoral election.
