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Khanna endorses Mamdani in NYC mayoral race

NEW YORK CITY, JUL 17 – Zohran Mamdani earned endorsements from major unions including 1199SEIU with 450,000 members and key elected officials after winning the Democratic primary in New York City.

  • On Friday, July 18, 1199SEIU endorsed Zohran Mamdani, after previously backing Cuomo in June primary, representing 450,000 members in the Northeast.
  • In a city where nomination is a near-certain victory, Mamdani defied expectations, challenging long-standing political norms.
  • A poll of 1,036 voters by Slingshot Strategies shows Mamdani leading with 35%, source adds Cuomo at 25%, Sliwa at 14%, and Adams at 11%.
  • Gottheimer slammed Mamdani, calling his policies loathsome, and added he does not belong in the Democratic Party.
  • Despite calls to withdraw, both candidates will face Mamdani in November, with Adams insisting he will remain in the race amid criticism and low approval ratings.
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Politico broke the news in on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
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