Summary
Zohran Mamdani's chances of becoming New York City mayor have increased recently. Odds suggest he is now more likely to defeat former Governor Andrew Cuomo, with polls showing Mamdani leading by significant margins. Current Mayor Eric Adams confirmed he remains in the race, although his odds of winning are low.
Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani is a Progressive Democrat running for New York City mayor.
- Mamdani's chances of winning increased after Mayor Eric Adams said he wouldn't drop out.
- Betting odds on Polymarket for Mamdani beating Cuomo are at 85%.
- Cuomo's support has decreased from 18.6% to 12.2% since early September.
- Mamdani leads in various polls by double digits, with support in the mid-40s.
- Eric Adams and Curtis Sliwa have little chance of winning, with support at or below 1%.
- In head-to-head polls without other candidates, Mamdani's lead narrows against Cuomo.
- Rumors of Eric Adams dropping out were denied by his spokesperson.
