Former New York governor Andrew Cuomo, who famously challenged Trump during the covid-19 pandemic, is running to replace embattled New York Mayor Eric Adams.

She got an early, positive reception from the city’s public advocate, Jumaane Williams, who is first in line to replace the mayor if he were to resign. Williams, a self-described activist elected official, has already backed City Comptroller Brad Lander’s candidacy but offered warm words for Speaker Adams.

Early polling in the New York City mayor's race suggests former N.Y. Gov. Andrew Cuomo holds a significant advantage over incumbent Eric Adams. The big picture: Months out from elections, Cuomo leads the field as New Yorkers sour on Adams,